Domestic Combustion Tracking and Evaluation
Estimated value
—
Awarded value
£1.6m
Suppliers
1
Lots
1
Published
19 Feb 2026
Description
Defra is seeking to commission a multi-year research programme to strengthen the evidence base around solid fuel burning across the UK, with a focus on domestic settings. The contract is expected to run from March 2026 until 28th February 2030 with the possibility of a one (1) year extension (which is not guaranteed), and is structured around four interlinked work packages. Previous research, similar in nature, can be found here; https://sciencesearch.defra.gov.uk/ProjectDetails?ProjectId=20159 https://sciencesearch.defra.gov.uk/ProjectDetails?ProjectId=21104 This work is essential for informing trends in emissions from domestic burning, both indoors and outdoors and will support better policy and intervention development.
Scope
- Reference
- C30822
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 01 Feb 2026 to 31 Jan 2030Possible extension to 31 Jan 2031
Potential for 1 x 1 year in extension periods
- CPV classifications
- 7320000090731100
- Contract locations
- UK, United Kingdom
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | — | quality | 60.00% |
| Price | — | price | 40.00% |
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure
Award details
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
£1.6m
Award date
19 Feb 2026
Contract start
09 Mar 2026
Contract end
08 Mar 2030