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Zero Emissions Advisor

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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23 May 2025 at 12:11

Summary of the contracting process

National Highways, the organisation responsible for maintaining and developing England's motorways and major roads, has concluded a procurement process titled "Zero Emissions Advisor," classified under Technical analysis or consultancy services (CPV: 71621000). Situated in the South East region of the United Kingdom, the procurement aimed to secure expert consultancy to assist the Lower Thames Crossing project in achieving its target of becoming a zero-emissions site by 2027. This procurement stage was at the award phase, with award notice published on 23rd May 2025, following the conclusion of the tender period on 1st May 2025. The contract, valued at £130,000, commenced on 7th May 2025 and is set to complete by 30th May 2026, using a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold.

This contract presents a lucrative opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in energy consultancy, infrastructure efficiency, and construction methodologies. The focus on achieving zero emissions aligns with the broader push towards sustainability, offering potential growth avenues for firms specialising in environmental consultancy. Companies that excel in providing strategic advice on energy infrastructure and plant operation would find this contract particularly suitable. The opportunity was awarded to "Zen in Transition," a firm capable of supporting complex sustainability projects, and illustrates the demand for skilled consultancies that can innovate and drive progress in large-scale public infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Zero Emissions Advisor

Notice Description

LTC have a target to be a zero emissions free site from 2027. It needs an expert with experience to advise on the operation of the plant, efficiency, energy infrastructure, maintenance and construction methodology.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-94216ac6-5c69-44f1-ab2c-1ef96b968b29
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b12692d-e58c-419e-b4c6-fb0c7bd34fab
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
6 May 2025 - 30 May 2026 1-2 years
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 HIGHWAYS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SURREY
Postcode
GU1 4LZ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZEN IN TRANSITION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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