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title: "RDE896 - Can we better target riparian trees for multiple benefits?"
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# RDE896 - Can we better target riparian trees for multiple benefits?

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-efdac9cf-a6c7-4204-976b-46fcdca0fdcc

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## Summary

The Environment Agency has awarded a contract titled "RDE896 - Can we better target riparian trees for multiple benefits?" This procurement falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services, with the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology acting as the supplier. The contract was active as of 23rd September 2025, with the tender process following a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is set to commence on 1st October 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2026. The project aims to develop national-scale maps for riparian tree planting, encompassing a broad range of locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, and other international regions, with an overall value of £19,137.70 GBP. Key dates include a tender end date on 30th September 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in ecological research and mapping technologies. Although the procurement does not directly cater for SMEs or VCSEs, larger organisations or consortia that can bring substantial expertise to support the Environment Agency's objectives of delivering multi-benefit environmental projects will find this tender particularly well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in such a contract can enhance a business's portfolio, demonstrate versatility in managing large-scale projects, and establish or strengthen relationships with a key UK governmental authority.

## Notice

This project aims to collate and assess the suitability of existing evidence, tools, and datasets to support the development of national-scale, multi-benefit maps for riparian tree planting.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e0665e1-a455-485e-8f8d-8eabbc53dbe5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £19,137 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,137 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ENVIRONMENT AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Sep 2025 at 09:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e0665e1-a455-485e-8f8d-8eabbc53dbe5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e0665e1-a455-485e-8f8d-8eabbc53dbe5
  24th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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