# Foresight study to compare relative gains, costs, feasibility and scalability of current and future 'industrial horticulture' models

> Contract award record from UK public-sector procurement sources.

## Key facts

- Public buyer: Defra Network eTendering Portal
- Contract winner: [IFM Engage](/contract-winners/ifm-engage/public-sector-contract-awards)
- Award value: £87,350
- Tender value: £87,350
- Award date: 16 March 2022
- Published: 8 April 2022
- Contract start: 7 March 2022
- Contract end: 7 September 2022
- Stage: awarded
- Procurement category: services
- Notice ID: 1341d7dc-dc1a-4a20-bc98-47b1b67a4f04-526567
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c99171fd-0965-4dcb-b69a-44390872265c

## Description

The objectives of this study are: 1\. Consider the economic, social and sustainability benefits and limitations, and real-world scalability of models of industrial horticulture \(including but not limited the sectors outlined above\) considering and comparing current and future methods for generation of power and/or heat required for their effective operation\. 2\. Assess the commercial investment viability and long-term viability, including barriers opportunities and enablers for each model with a commentary on the potential role for Government\.

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1341d7dc-dc1a-4a20-bc98-47b1b67a4f04-526567)