Tender

Gap Analysis on Forest Carbon Offsets in Malaysia

PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

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Tender

23 Jul 2025 at 15:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Palladium International Limited focuses on a "Gap Analysis on Forest Carbon Offsets in Malaysia," with the aim to support the Malaysia Forest Fund in aligning its Forest Carbon Offset (FCO) mechanism with international standards. The project, classified under the Financial and Insurance Services industry category, also involves research and development services and other consultancy services. It is located in Malaysia and is currently at the tender stage, with the procurement method being open, specifically using an open procedure for projects above a threshold. Key dates include the tender end date on 14th August 2025, and the contract period running from 2nd September 2025 to 2nd March 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses engaged in consultancy, particularly those with expertise in environmental services, sustainability, and compliance with international regulations. Companies providing financial or technical consultancy, research, and development in forestry services will find this project aligned with their services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, offering a pathway for business growth through collaboration with the Malaysia Forest Fund and contributing to Malaysia's sustainability goals in the carbon market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gap Analysis on Forest Carbon Offsets in Malaysia

Notice Description

Malaysia is pursuing sustainable financing to support forest conservation and restoration, whilst facilitating the delivery of national agendas related to forestry, biodiversity, and climate. As part of this, the Malaysia Forest Fund (MFF) is seeking to operationalise the Forest Carbon Offset (FCO); a market mechanism that allows the transfer of emissions reduction from forests to buyers in the form of carbon offsets. This project aims to conduct a comprehensive gap review and compliance assessment of the Forest Carbon Offset (FCO) mechanism and align it with internationally recognised carbon crediting standards while avoiding duplication with trading platforms like Bursa Carbon Exchange (which is a marketplace to buy and sell carbon credits, rather than produce and certify credits). The project will consist of several key activities: Conduct benchmarking and gap assessment, draft standard-compliant document * Arrange and attend in person workshop with MFF to finalise scope and expectations for delivery * Review current Forest Carbon Offset (FCO) documentation against requirements of CORSIA and ICVCM. * Map gaps related to additionality, permanence, MRV, baselining, co-benefits and contributions to SDGs, and leakage management, safeguards, and negative impacts on gender, social, economic and environment. * Conduct peer review and consultations, and preparation of necessary documentation for the application with CORSIA and ICVCM. Provide technical support to MFF in harmonisation and accreditation * Provide hands-on technical support to MFF in managing their applications to accrediting bodies, with the first application planned for February 2026. * Support on due diligence and methodological improvements. The expert will assist with interpretation of international laws, commitments and standards, advise on revisions to FCO instruments, and contribute to institutional learning. * Development of a toolkit which will bear in mind lessons learned and be a practical guide for MFF use in future applications. * Provide ongoing technical advice to support MFF in the harmonisation of the FCO. * Participation in fund-wide communities of practice for results and lessons sharing, including provision of input for possible case studies. * Participate in any additional promotional activities encouraging the usage of the FCO in Malaysia's carbon markets as requested by MFF and UK PACT. Please forward your quotento Expertdeployments@ukpact.co.uk in accordance with the Details for Submission above by the Close Date and Time. This RFQ includes the following materials: Schedule 1 - Terms of Reference Schedule 2 - Instructions for submission Schedule 3 - Terms and Conditions Annex I - RFQ Response Form Annex II - Budget and workplan template

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d73f9d1-b0ed-4ddc-93df-76361e47a37e
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

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80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 2 Mar 2026 6-12 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
PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8ND
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

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