Scope
Reference
C29319
Description
Defra requires an R&D piece of work using a unique modelling tool developed by the supplier, that bridges the gap between farm decision making in response to changes in agricultural potential and survey data, which resolves the economics of farms and to understand how climate change will impact food production, farm businesses and future land use.
Contract 1
Suppliers
Supplier not yet selected
Contract value
- £388,126 excluding VAT
- £465,751.20 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
21 July 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 22 July 2025 to 31 March 2027
- Possible extension to 31 March 2029
- 3 years, 8 months, 10 days
Description of possible extension:
2+1+1
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Option to extend with 3 months notice.
CPV classifications
- 79315000 - Social research services
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
Supplier has IP rights
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - intellectual property or exclusive rights
IP owned by supplier
Contracting authority
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNBD-3289-CDGX
Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government