ECS6 Framework - Environmental Consulting Services

The ECS6 Framework is a flexible procurement tool used by Natural England and other Defra group bodies to contract in advisory services, facilitation activities, and training from vetted and approved suppliers. Launching on 1st August 2027, the framework will operate for 7 years with an optional 1-year extension. It succeeds the current Environment, Training, Advice and Facilitation (ETAF) Framework and supports projects across Natural England and the wider Defra Group. The framework aims to deliver integrated, consistent, high-quality, cost-effective services across England on a lot-by-lot basis covering specific geographical areas. Suppliers are invited to provide services in one or more of these topic areas: Water Quality and Protection; Air Quality and Ammonia Reduction; Environmental Management; Farming and Forestry Prosperity and Investment; Agricultural Regulatory Baseline; Natural Capital and Nature Recovery; Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation and Carbon Accounting; Soil Management and Protection; Training and Accreditation; Freshwater Resources and Flood Risk Management; or Natural England Programme Delivery Support. This is a NIL value contract framework designed to provide a wide range of approved suppliers capable of meeting diverse service requirements across England.