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title: "RDE677 Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme - Rapid Evidence Assessment"
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# RDE677 Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme - Rapid Evidence Assessment

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff07506b-30db-4a38-92bd-ace3130eb081

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## Summary

The Environment Agency has completed the procurement process titled "RDE677 Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme - Rapid Evidence Assessment," which falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV 73200000). This project targets multiple locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded in the delivery phase, with the tender period ending on 16th September 2024 and the contract period running from 23rd September 2024 to 22nd November 2024. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, and the total contract value is £31,364.50 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the research and development consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in water efficiency and environmental assessments. The procurement process applied is designed to support SMEs and VCSEs, making it suitable for smaller entities looking to grow through public sector contracts. By being part of such an important initiative, these businesses can enhance their credibility, expand their portfolio, and gain valuable experience that can help secure future contracts. The contract awarded to Water Research Centre Limited exemplifies the type of expertise required for successful participation.

## Notice

Following the initial commissioned work by Defra to WRc to develop conduct a rapid evidence assessment for (RDE 445: Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme - Rapid Evidence Assessment for standards and testing, label design and database specification) at the beginning of 2024, we are now moving to the delivery phase of the project. It is critical that we have a detailed testing and accreditation process to feed into legislation and guidance, instructing manufacturers and retailers on the actions they will need to take.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/304d29ec-0c40-4984-b359-e10df3f74239 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 Sep 2024 - 22 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,364 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,364 |
| 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 3JR |
| 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 | WATER RESEARCH CENTRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2025 at 14:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/304d29ec-0c40-4984-b359-e10df3f74239

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/304d29ec-0c40-4984-b359-e10df3f74239
  19th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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