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UNFCCC Inventory Review

DESNZ

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20 Feb 2025 at 11:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has recently completed the award stage for the contract titled "UNFCCC Inventory Review". This contract falls under the industry category of Research Services (CPV code 73110000) and involves facilitating and funding the participation of UK experts in reviewing greenhouse gas inventories of other countries, as required by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The procurement followed a direct method suitable for a single tender action below the threshold and was targeted to UK experts listed on the UNFCCC Roster. Key dates include the award publication on 20th February 2025, with the contract period starting on 17th March 2025 and ending on 2nd April 2025. The procurement is inclusive of SMEs and VCSEs, making it accessible to a variety of businesses.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for entities with expertise in greenhouse gas inventory evaluation and climate change mitigation. Companies that are involved in environmental consulting, research services, and have experienced personnel on the UNFCCC Roster would find this contract highly suitable. Ricardo AEA, a large-scaled company, was awarded this contract, showcasing the potential for both large and small enterprises to participate in similar future opportunities. The broad geographical coverage, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and the UK, presents extensive scope for businesses to expand their market presence and engage in international climate initiatives.

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Notice Title

UNFCCC Inventory Review

Notice Description

The requirement of this work is to facilitate and fund the participation of UK experts to review greenhouse gas inventories (GHGI) of other countries. This is required by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the international entity that administers global efforts to combat climate change. All UK experts must be on the UNFCCC Roster of Experts in order to participate, therefore this is a direct award for experts on the UNFCCC Roster.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6daf246a-377a-472d-8af6-b3831aa67bc1
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,488 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,488 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2025 - 2 Apr 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RICARDO AEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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