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CPT_25_30 Decarbonisation Project - Cost Consultancy Services

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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06 Jan 2026 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office has awarded a contract for cost consultancy services under the title "CPT_25_30 Decarbonisation Project - Cost Consultancy Services." This procurement effort focuses on quantity surveying services, specifically targeting the decarbonisation of their headquarters on Buckingham Palace Road, London. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure (below threshold) method, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, and falls under the services category. The initial contract runs from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026, with the possibility of a six-month extension up to 30 September 2026. The total contract value is £25,200, and the primary contracting authority is the National Audit Office, based in London.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in net-zero and decarbonisation efforts, especially those with expertise in cost consultancy and quantity surveying. SMEs and socially responsible enterprises may find this contract particularly appealing, given its prioritisation of sustainable development goals. By engaging in this project, companies can demonstrate their commitment to environmental sustainability and efficiency, while gaining exposure and experience in managing governmental contracts related to decarbonisation projects in a major city location. Businesses fitting this profile should consider preparing for similar future opportunities and leveraging this experience to enhance their market positioning.

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Notice Title

CPT_25_30 Decarbonisation Project - Cost Consultancy Services

Notice Description

The NAO has awarded a contract for Cost Consultancy Services with expertise in net-zero and decarbonisation to deliver a set of prioritised and costed net zero options to achieve the high level outcome of decarbonising its headquarters on Buckingham Palace Road, London. This is a six month contract with the provision to extend for a further 6 months. Initial contract is from 1 October 2025 - 31 March 2026. The final expiry should the contract be extended will be 30 September 2026. The procurement route is Competitive - Non FTS.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8681547e-c22d-4b80-9bc2-9db2c22b92ac
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc3cb123-16dd-42e5-a8f2-4cf5a971a9e9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71324000 - Quantity surveying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
Central Procurement Team
Contact Email
nao.procurement@nao.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CB3 CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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