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title: "Project ASPEN Final Phase (Project Reporting & Closure)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06acfa"
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buyer: "ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY"
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# Project ASPEN Final Phase (Project Reporting & Closure)

Buyer: ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06acfa

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## Summary

The Animal and Plant Health Agency, operating under the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, has completed the procurement process for the "Project ASPEN Final Phase (Project Reporting & Closure)" through a direct award. This contract, valued at £20,200 (excluding VAT), commenced on 1 June 2026 and concluded on 30 June 2026. The project required RAB Consultants Limited to deliver the final report utilising existing data and methodologies without expanding the scope of the original contract. Furthermore, this procurement took place under the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2015, categorised within the services industry, specifically under "Services furnished by business, professional and specialist organisations," and was conducted below the competitive threshold due to the supplier's unique technical involvement.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services within the public sector, particularly those capable of completing projects with continuity and existing knowledge bases. The direct procurement method used in this instance highlights a preference for suppliers with prior engagement and proficiency in delivering specialised reports, aligning with regulatory standards. Businesses experienced in working with government organisations and possessing niche expertise in project reporting and data analysis would find strong potential for growth through similar contracts.

## Notice

This procurement relates to the delivery of the outstanding final report under a previous contract (C28984), which was originally awarded to RAB Consultants Limited following an open competition conducted under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The original contract has now expired and cannot be extended in accordance with its terms. The scope of this direct award is strictly limited to the completion and delivery of the final report, utilising existing data, analysis, and methodologies already developed during earlier phases of the project. There is no expansion of scope, no introduction of new services, and no material alteration to the nature of the original requirement. The contract will run from 01 June 2026 to 30 June 2026, with a total value of PS20,200 (excluding VAT), and no provision for extension. The Authority considers that this direct award is justified under Section 41 of the Procurement Act 2023, relying on Schedule 5, paragraph 6 (single supplier). Due to the supplier's unique technical knowledge and prior involvement, only RAB Consultants Limited can complete the requirement without disproportionate duplication of effort, delay, and cost. Introducing a new supplier at this stage would not represent value for money. This approach is considered proportionate given the low contract value and the confined scope of the requirement, ensuring continuity of delivery while maintaining compliance with procurement legislation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052578-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £20,200 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY |
| Additional buyers | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS |
| 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 | RAB CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98110000 - Services furnished by business, professional and specialist organisations

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2026 at 08:24 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052578-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052578-2026
  4th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://rabconsultants.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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