Tender

Request for Proposals in connection with Green Assurance activity for the UK Green Investment Bank

UK GREEN INVESTMENT BANK PLC

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Tender

20 Jan 2017 at 17:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Green Investment Bank Plc is currently seeking proposals through an open tender titled "Request for Proposals in connection with Green Assurance activity for the UK Green Investment Bank". This procurement process, focused on environmental auditing services, is based in the United Kingdom, specifically in London and Scotland. The tender was published on 20th January 2017, with submissions due by 30th January 2017. The budget for this contract is between £20,000 and £45,000, and the contract period is set to commence on 6th February 2017, concluding on 30th June 2017.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental auditing and assurance services, particularly those that conform to ISAE 3000 standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the tender indicates their suitability. Companies well-versed in assessing corporate greenhouse gas emissions and portfolio green impact metrics would be especially well-suited for this contract, potentially allowing them to expand their client base and contribute to the UK's sustainability goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Proposals in connection with Green Assurance activity for the UK Green Investment Bank

Notice Description

GIB is seeking proposals from firms to provide independent assurance of its reported green performance for the financial year 2016-17. For the reporting year, GIB needs to obtain appropriate assurance in relation to: * Corporate GHG emissions: Limited assurance to ISAE 3000 or appropriate equivalent standard of its reported corporate GHG emissions footprint for travel and office energy consumption * Portfolio Green Impact data: Limited assurance to ISAE 3000 or appropriate equivalent standard of the following reported Green Impact metrics (on an Annual Actual, Lifetime forecasts, and Average Annual forecasts basis) for projects in the portfolio: o GHG emissions reduction o Renewable energy generated o Energy demand reduced o Materials consumption avoided through materials recycling o Waste to landfill avoided

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-422ceb2e-239f-4ed0-b85f-708215c86548
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b86e396-da77-4612-a918-4b599e73e288
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90714000 - Environmental auditing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Feb 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK GREEN INVESTMENT BANK PLC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 8EX
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLI London, TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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