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RAF 051/2526 Engaging generations in the transition to clean energy

DESNZ

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23 Feb 2026 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process entitled "RAF 051/2526 Engaging generations in the transition to clean energy," has been conducted by DESNZ, based in Swindon, England. This procedure falls under the services category, specifically research services, with a classification code of 73110000 according to the CPV scheme. The procurement was finalised through a selective method, utilising the PS24030 - Behavioural Science Call-off Framework. The contract period began on 18th February 2026 and is set to conclude on 27th March 2026. This award notice signifies the completion of the process, with Verian Group UK Limited appointed as the supplier, valued at £69,911.25. The project spans delivery locations across the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can contribute to the clean energy transition. Given the focus on engaging different generations in this transition, businesses adept at utilising behavioural science to drive energy change are well-suited to benefit. Companies specialising in sustainable energy solutions, environmental impact research, or inter-generational engagement strategies could find growth opportunities through collaboration and innovation in such framework agreements. However, note that the procurement was conducted as a call-off, thus not open for competition.

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Notice Title

RAF 051/2526 Engaging generations in the transition to clean energy

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded as a direct award under the PS24030 - Behavioural Science Call-off Framework - RAF067/2324 . DESNZ had a requirement for the provision of RAF 051/2526 Engaging generations in the transition to clean energy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-27ed86e6-fd21-447e-a4a8-6447dbd1e4e9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/793c9f12-eba1-48e1-b169-1ab7aa926f1f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£69,911 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,911 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2026 - 27 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

VERIAN GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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