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Provision of Technical Advisory Services for Urban Climate Change Project in China

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Technical Advisory Services for Urban Climate Change Project in China." This project, classified under environmental issues consultancy services (CPV code: 90713000), aimed to address gaps in China's National Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). The contract was awarded to ICF Consulting Limited for a total value of £99,600, with a contract period running from 2nd December 2021 to 31st March 2022. The procurement method employed was a direct single tender action, and the tender period ended on 18th November 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy, particularly those with experience in climate change projects and greenhouse gas emissions reduction. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to participate, given the focus on UK expertise transfer to enhance the development of China's ETS. Engaging in such projects could lead to expanded networks, enhanced service offerings, and potential collaboration with large organisations like ICF Consulting Limited.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Technical Advisory Services for Urban Climate Change Project in China

Notice Description

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) awarded the contract to ICF Consulting Limited to provide Consultation of Gap Analysis and Recommendations for China's National ETS. This project will conduct a target analysis on market transparency, application of green finance tools, and the compliance status of China's national ETS by the end of March 2022, to identify specific gaps to a functional market in Green House Gas (GHG) emissions reduction. On the top of this gaps analysis, the supplier will draw up an analysis of relevant UK expertise, matching this to the gaps identified, and produce a tangible plan for transferring expertise and knowledge to influence the development of China's ETS. The Contract may extend for a period of up to 6 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2533e2c0-52df-4669-8cc6-caff2ae7a149
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/500e9daa-56de-445e-840f-ac9c50b46e48
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£99,600 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,600 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
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
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICF CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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