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title: "28358 - Rural England: Local perspectives on community and economy"
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# 28358 - Rural England: Local perspectives on community and economy

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fc42fb31-d1cf-4a82-8d65-5d70619ccd11

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on the research study titled "28358 - Rural England: Local perspectives on community and economy." This project falls under the industry category of research and development services, with a tender period that ends on 3rd February 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 17th February 2020 and will last until 31st March 2021. The procurement method chosen is an open procedure for services, intended to gather insights from rural communities to bolster local economies and social frameworks.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in research and consultancy, particularly those with expertise in rural development and community studies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, as it aims to leverage local knowledge and address understanding of community challenges and opportunities. By participating, successful bidders could contribute to meaningful policy development while also expanding their portfolios in the growing sector of rural services.

## Notice

Defra is looking to procure a research study, which will support its commitment 'to encourage thriving rural economies and communities' and explore the existing lived experiences and aspirations of people living in rural communities and the businesses that operate within them. Defra is interested in obtaining evidence on the existing practices of communities to address local challenges and opportunities, which will in turn inform and strengthen the development and delivery of policy aimed at supporting rural communities and businesses. This opportunity is advertised by DgC on behalf of Core Defra. Additional information: Please visit https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk to register your interest and view the documents

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e939e2f5-7253-446f-9f85-14d0f8d09898 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | EXMOUTH |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 7LQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St Loyes |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2020 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e939e2f5-7253-446f-9f85-14d0f8d09898

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e939e2f5-7253-446f-9f85-14d0f8d09898
  9th January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

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