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Public understanding of carbon budgets and engagement with net zero policy pathways PS24231

DESNZ

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30 Oct 2024 at 09:43

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Summary of the contracting process

DESNZ has concluded a procurement process titled "Public understanding of carbon budgets and engagement with net zero policy pathways PS24231", designed to enhance public involvement and awareness regarding net zero policies. The award notice follows a mini-competition under the Behavioural Science Call-off Framework (RAF067/2324 PS24030). The contract, valued at £70,000, has been awarded to Verian Group UK Limited, a large-scale organisation. The contract began on 14th October 2024 and will end on 31st March 2025. It focuses on research and development services and related consultancy within the UK, its overseas territories, and other regions. The primary category for this service is the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" industry.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those focusing on behavioural science, public policy engagement, and environmental consultancy. It is well-suited to SMEs (small and medium enterprises) and VCSEs (voluntary, community, and social enterprises) looking to contribute to the UK's net zero strategy. Companies with expertise in public communication, sustainable practices, and policy development stand to gain by participating in these kinds of projects. Engaging in such high-profile government initiatives can enhance a company's reputation and lead to additional opportunities within the growing sector of sustainable development and environmental consultancy.

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Notice Title

Public understanding of carbon budgets and engagement with net zero policy pathways PS24231

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the Behavioural Science Call-off Framework - RAF067/2324 PS24030 Brief Description of Requirement In 2019, the UK became the first major economy in the world to legislate for a binding net zero target, committing to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. A large proportion of reductions in emissions in the Government's net zero pathway will require the public to make changes to their everyday lives. This will range from adopting low- carbon heating, electric vehicles or choosing more sustainable products 1. In addition, the public will see wider changes in their local communities, including new clean energy infrastructure. Public support and willingness to participate in the net zero transition is critical. Evidence shows that across the UK, 89% of people are aware of the concept of net zero and 84% agree that if everyone does their bit, we can reduce the effects of climate change1. In another recent national survey, 87% wanted to hear more about the measures to achieve net zero2. This demonstrates that the public is somewhat engaged in the path towards net zero and there is appetite to hear more. However, evidence is lacking on how best to communicate our pathway to net zero and involve people in decision making on issues extending so far into the future. DESNZ want to understand public views and ability to engage on our net zero pathway, including how we communicate and could involve the public in the development of carbon budgets, to ensure that their perspectives are represented as part of the broader democratic discussion on how we meet our climate commitments. This will help to inform the department's overall approaches to public participation. Understanding how best to present our carbon budgets targets and the associated delivery plans to the public, alongside the wider net zero pathway, is also crucial to maintaining public support for the actions needed to remain on track for net zero. Research Aims and Questions 1) How much do the public understand about carbon, net zero, and related terms and do they want to increase their level of literacy? 2) Does the public want to be involved in the setting of carbon budgets and wider net zero policy development and what type of engagement would they want? 3) What kind of information and materials do the public need to understand the overall net zero transition?

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/413756db-dd30-4f4a-b817-f150436ea2f4
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£69,907 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 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
DESNZ
Contact Name
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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

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