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PS25269 - Evaluation of Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme

DESNZ

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07 Jan 2026 at 12:58

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involves DESNZ as the buying organisation, who have engaged in a selective procurement method under a dynamic purchasing system to award a contract for the "PS25269 - Evaluation of Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme." Classified under research and development services, this contract aims to conduct an independent evaluation of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme's fourth phase. Although the procurement stage is complete with the award status being active, the contract period spans from 7th January 2026 to 17th December 2031. The work is set to be executed across several regions, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and internationally.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy, especially those focused on impact evaluations within the energy or environmental sectors. The awarded supplier, GC Insight Limited, an SME based in Manchester, illustrates the opportunity for similar sized enterprises to leverage their expertise and scale to participate in projects promoted by government bodies like DESNZ. Engaging in such contracts can provide substantial growth avenues given the contract’s value of £449,832.38 GBP, reinforcing the potential for business expansion and visibility in the public sector. This creates an appealing prospect for SMEs looking to enhance their portfolio and reputation within government initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25269 - Evaluation of Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the Crown Commercial Service RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. Brief Description of Requirement This contract is required to conduct an independent process, impact, and economic evaluation of Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) in line with previous evaluations conducted for phases 1-3 of the scheme and the requirement to put in place proportionate evaluation for GMPP projects.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-92a38da0-9884-4163-8c85-024ec9df98ef
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6558033f-5c00-47a5-805a-69507e34772b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£449,832 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2031 Over 5 years
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 Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1LF
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

GC INSIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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