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title: "ES RDE 048 - Operational Cost Modelling for Canker Stain of Plane Outbreaks in"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c97c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS"
published: "2026-07-13"
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# ES RDE 048 - Operational Cost Modelling for Canker Stain of Plane Outbreaks in

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c97c

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has reached the award stage, with the contract titled "ES RDE 048 - Operational Cost Modelling for Canker Stain of Plane Outbreaks in the UK" now active. This procurement falls under the "Research and Development Services" category, specifically related consultancy services, reflecting its environmental science focus. Located in London, this procurement process followed a selective method, operating below the threshold with an award under a framework. The contract has been awarded to Fera Science Ltd, with activities scheduled from 27 July 2026 to 27 November 2026, emphasizing research and operational cost modelling.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental science and consultancy services, particularly those proficient in operational cost modelling and related research. Businesses experienced in governmental and environmental frameworks will find this contract beneficial due to its focus on outbreak management and ecological impacts. The sizeable financial scope, totalling approximately £48,375.94 gross, promises robust engagement and development for industry-leading firms like Fera Science Ltd, well-suited due to its established presence in the sector and capability to handle projects of this magnitude.

## Notice

Environmental Science Research, Development and Evidence (ES RDE) Framework Call Off Contracts for all lots - under PS115,000. The contracts under the project are carried out self-serve as per the Framework terms for project users to award to any supplier under the given lot(s). DgC will create contract records for all contracts awarded to Defra Group under this project record.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065586-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - award under framework |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 27 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,313 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | 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 | FERA SCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2026 at 11:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065586-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065586-2026
  13th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/api/1.0/ocdsReleasePackages/ocds-h6vhtk-04ef64
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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