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28 Jul 2026 at 16:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Various Consultancy Services for the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Programme Wave 3" was conducted by Epping Forest District Council, located at Civic Offices, 323 High Street, Epping, England. This tender falls under the infrastructure works consultancy services category, specifically focusing on energy and related services. The process employed a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract, valued at £294,850, was awarded to Ridge and Partners LLP on 13th March 2026. The contract period extends from 29th April 2026 to 31st March 2028. Key locations for this tender include the postal code area CM16 4BZ. The award stage of the process commenced with the publication date of 28th July 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services related to energy efficiency and infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could particularly benefit, given the procurement's suitability criteria. Businesses involved in providing comprehensive assessments, planning, and management of energy efficiency projects within the infrastructure category will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Participating in such tenders can enhance business growth by establishing long-term relationships with public sector bodies and increasing visibility within the energy consultancy sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Various Consultancy Services for the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Programme Wave 3

Notice Description

Appointment of a Consultant for the Provision of Various Consultancy Services for the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Programme Wave 3

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-20b7d297-eb0e-48f5-a235-31183b367fa7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c993de8a-6f05-4fa8-a043-5621f93de296
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£294,850 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£294,850 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
28 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EPPING
Postcode
CM16 4BZ
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Epping Forest
Electoral Ward
Epping West & Rural
Westminster Constituency
Epping Forest

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RIDGE AND PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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