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PS24274 - Global Whole Life Carbon Tracker for the Built Environment

DESNZ

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18 Feb 2025 at 07:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has concluded the procurement process for the project titled "PS24274 - Global Whole Life Carbon Tracker for the Built Environment". This award notice follows a mini competition under the RM6126 Research & Insights Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The project aims to develop methodologies and compile data on global emissions in the built environment, segmented by embodied and operational emissions and regional distinctions. The procurement method was selective, and the contract period runs from 18 February 2025 to 14 October 2025. The procurement belongs to the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category, with the project expected to benefit locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and internationally.

This project presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research, data analysis, and environmental consultancy, particularly SMEs, as DESNZ aims to collaborate internationally to enhance the data collection process. The contract awarded to UCL Consultants Limited, valued at GBP 95,000, underscores the potential for businesses with expertise in developing environmental tracking methodologies to contribute to a high-impact global initiative. Businesses with experience in international collaborations and environmental data management are well-suited to participate in such tenders, thereby fostering growth and expanding their credentials in the sustainable development sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS24274 - Global Whole Life Carbon Tracker for the Built Environment

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement The intention of this project is to scope out possible methodologies and data sources to compile a database of global emissions attributed to the built environment, broken down by embodied and operational emissions, and by world region/country if possible. The project should deliver an initial estimate to be published in the GlobalABC Global Status Report, and suggest ways to improve the data through international collaboration.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0511cd7c-de75-4090-bfbb-66301ca59169
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
£95,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2025 - 14 Oct 2025 6-12 months
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 1FF
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

UCL CONSULTANTS

Further Information

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