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The University's commitment is to reach Net Zero by 2035, using the Science Based Target Initiatives methodology. This means that carbon emissions must be reduced by more than 90% across Scopes 1, 2 and 3. The aim of this tender exercise is to procure expert advice and consultancy services that will contribute to a new Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, which in turn will form a key pillar of all future decarbonisation activity at the University. This tender will be for advisory services, as well as system modelling and design. The key deliverables are professional advice and recommendations to support the Sustainability Team's objective to create a Net Zero Strategic

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX

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Award

12 Sep 2024 at 09:26

Tender

12 Mar 2024 at 10:09

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex has awarded a contract to Aecom Ltd for expert advice and consultancy services to help achieve a Net Zero by 2035. This initiative is based on the Science Based Target Initiatives methodology to significantly reduce carbon emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3. The services will include system modelling, design, and the creation of a Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, which will be crucial for the University’s future decarbonisation activities. The procurement falls under the industry category of Technical Planning Services and Business Management Consultancy, with a total contract value of GBP £351,013. The contract started on 1st July 2024 and will end on 31st December 2024. The procurement method was a restricted procedure, indicating a selective process above the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in sustainability consultancy, technical planning, and system design. SMEs are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement process is supportive of small and medium enterprises. Consulting firms with expertise in environmental sustainability, business strategy, and advanced technical planning will find this contract particularly suited to their skills and services. Businesses capable of delivering actionable and clear pathways to Net Zero, with a focus on innovative and efficient design, will benefit from the opportunity to contribute to an impactful environmental and strategic initiative at a leading educational institution.

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Notice Title

The University's commitment is to reach Net Zero by 2035, using the Science Based Target Initiatives methodology. This means that carbon emissions must be reduced by more than 90% across Scopes 1, 2 and 3. The aim of this tender exercise is to procure expert advice and consultancy services that will contribute to a new Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, which in turn will form a key pillar of all future decarbonisation activity at the University. This tender will be for advisory services, as well as system modelling and design. The key deliverables are professional advice and recommendations to support the Sustainability Team's objective to create a Net Zero Strategic

Notice Description

The University's commitment is to reach Net Zero by 2035, using the Science Based Target Initiatives methodology. This means that carbon emissions must be reduced by more than 90% across Scopes 1, 2 and 3. The aim of this tender exercise is to procure expert advice and consultancy services that will contribute to a new Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, which in turn will form a key pillar of all future decarbonisation activity at the University. This tender will be for advisory services, as well as system modelling and design. The key deliverables are professional advice and recommendations to support the Sustainability Team's objective to create a Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, and the subsequent action plan for the University's Sustainability Programme. The overall outputs of the consultancy period and strategy creation process, is to provide a thorough, actionable and unambiguous pathway to Net Zero. It is intended that the need for further surveys and planning will be minimised.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7876ba64-e0a1-4372-95ec-8d3484b27e91
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94d06e15-7a6d-4ea3-b360-5a01037a45fb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

71356400 - Technical planning services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

79418000 - Procurement consultancy services

85200000 - Veterinary services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£351,013 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX
Contact Name
Michael Prior
Contact Email
m.prior@sussex.ac.uk
Contact Phone
7727

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AECOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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