Award

PS25282 - The Provision of IS Supply Chain Research

DESNZ

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Award

11 Feb 2026 at 08:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), involves an award notice for the provision of IS Supply Chain Research. This project falls under the industry category of research consultancy services and covers multiple regions, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and globally. The procurement method utilised is selective, specifically through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system via the Crown Commercial Service Framework RM6126. Key dates include the contract period from 27 January 2026 to 31 March 2026, with the award announced on 11 February 2026. The award, valued at £96,280, is a significant opportunity in the services category.

This award presents business growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given its tailored suitability for these entities. With research consultancy services as the focus, businesses specialising in this area can explore collaboration with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, enhancing their portfolio in government contracts. Suppliers capable of delivering insightful research to support supply chain operations within the energy sector will find this tender well-suited to their expertise. UK-based Barbour ABI Limited, identified as the supplier, exemplifies the type of company poised to excel in such engagements, serving as a precedent for similar firms within the specified sectors.

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Notice Title

PS25282 - The Provision of IS Supply Chain Research

Notice Description

****This is an Award Notice, not a call for Competition**** Requirement was sourced via Crown Commercial Service Framework RM6126 - Research and Insights DPS to provide The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero the provision of IS Supply Chain Research.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-03452e94-52eb-462d-b278-6349d475c315
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc81a623-e115-4d36-93cf-98b8be4b9cec
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£96,280 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,280 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARBOUR ABI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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