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Net Zero Accelerator (phase two) - North East & Yorkshire and the Humber

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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23 Jul 2025 at 15:34

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has concluded the procurement process for phase two of the "Net Zero Accelerator" programme, targeting the North East and Yorkshire and the Humber regions. This procurement falls under the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services industry category. The awarded contract, valued at £2,427,900, aims to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in schools and colleges, supporting approximately 47 sites per lot. The procurement, conducted via an open procedure, commenced on 3rd July 2025 and is set to conclude on 2nd July 2027, with AECOM Limited as the supplier. The process followed the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, ensuring a compliant and transparent selection.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in architectural and engineering services, particularly those with expertise in sustainability and decarbonisation projects. Companies that focus on energy efficiency upgrades and sustainability planning can benefit significantly, enhancing their portfolios and expanding their reach in the educational sector. Small and medium enterprises are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement process acknowledges their potential to deliver competitive and innovative solutions. With the government's focus on reducing carbon emissions in educational institutions, businesses can leverage this contract to establish strategic partnerships and contribute to national sustainability goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Net Zero Accelerator (phase two) - North East & Yorkshire and the Humber

Notice Description

LocatED, acting on behalf of the Secretary of State for Education, has awarded three contracts for the delivery of the Net Zero Accelerator programme in following three areas: Lot 1 - West Midlands & East Midlands Lot 2 - North East & Yorkshire and the Humber Lot 3 - North West The appointed Delivery Partners will support approximately 47 schools and colleges each, to reduce carbon emissions through energy efficiency upgrades, decarbonisation planning, and sustainability engagement. This contract was awarded following a compliant Open Procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-164a5f39-333c-448d-8bd7-3876ae905047
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d2fd601-1317-44e7-8d18-f3b6cec163d1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,427,900 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,427,900 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jul 2025 - 2 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2WT
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AECOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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