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REQUEST FOR QUOTE FOR THE PROVISION OF CARBON ASSESSMENTS AND CARBON REDUCTION PLANS FOR WINCHESTER DISTRICT BUSINESSES

WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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13 Feb 2026 at 10:12

TenderAmendment

04 Aug 2025 at 11:42

TenderAmendment

01 Aug 2025 at 11:04

Tender

23 Jul 2025 at 09:18

Summary of the contracting process

Winchester City Council has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Request for Quote for the Provision of Carbon Assessments and Carbon Reduction Plans for Winchester District Businesses". The tender, classified under "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV code 73000000), was an open procedure aimed at appointing a consultant to support carbon savings initiatives for businesses in the South East region of England. The procurement stage culminated in awarding the contract to Arthian on 1st September 2025. The contract runs until 17th March 2027, with initial carbon assessments required by 28th February 2026 and follow-up activities scheduled over the following year. The maximum budget for this contract was set at £20,000.

This contract offers significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in environmental sustainability, particularly those with expertise in carbon assessments and energy efficiency. With a focus on supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Winchester, organisations that can deliver practical and cost-effective carbon reduction strategies are well-suited for participation. The emphasis on tailored, actionable plans also opens doors for businesses capable of providing innovative solutions such as renewable energy options and carbon credits, fostering long-term engagements and community-centered partnerships. This initiative aligns with broader environmental goals, creating potential for firms to expand their footprint in the sustainable consultancy sector.

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Notice Title

REQUEST FOR QUOTE FOR THE PROVISION OF CARBON ASSESSMENTS AND CARBON REDUCTION PLANS FOR WINCHESTER DISTRICT BUSINESSES

Notice Description

Winchester City Council ("the council") is seeking to appoint a local consultant to work with businesses across the Winchester district to bring about measurable carbon savings. The consultant is required to conduct carbon assessments and produce tailored, practical and deliverable carbon reduction action plans, and follow on the measures installed, for each business completing an assessment. The council is looking for a consultant to: *provide direct tailored support for a number of small and medium enterprises across the Winchester district *calculate the existing carbon footprint for each business engaged *produce bespoke carbon reduction action plans, which will: a) identify interventions to reduce businesses energy consumption and transport emissions b) provide low carbon or renewable energy generation opportunities c) illustrate measures for carbon sequestration d) outline opportunities to purchase local carbon credits and e) summarise the overall forecasted potential carbon savings along with expected savings per action plan recommendation *signpost to funding available either through the council or external sources to facilitate the delivery of action plan interventions, for example solar panels, EV charging, retrofit etc *award businesses with the Carbon Footprint standard (if appropriate) *provide the council with a written report at the end of the contract including: a) businesses supported and how b) recommendations realised and the subsequent carbon savings made c) follow up evaluation of implementation of recommendations at six and 12 months including the number of measures installed d.) the carbon saving resulting from measures installed. e.) any plans/intentions to install measures and/or apply for funding and timescales for this. d) follow up at six and 12 months, recommendations yet to be realised and additional signposting shared e) a summary of the barrier's businesses have experienced which have prevented them from adopting certain recommendations The initial carbon assessments must be completed by 28 February 2026 with follow up activity at six month and twelve months following the initial assessments with all activity completed by February 2027. The maximum budget available is PS20,000 to include all fees and follow up activity. Please see the full specification attached. Contact details for this quotation Officer name: Suzanne Dixon Contact email address: sdixon@winchester.gov.uk Please send any clarification questions by 9am on 1 August 2025. All quotation response documents must be returned to the contact email address above by no later than 9am 11 August 2025. Bids received after this time will not be accepted.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b8105361-a104-4ce1-a4d0-e1dcd1be0b63
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/433fb12f-1a8c-463e-b563-541da2025782
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 17 Mar 2027 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
WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Suzanne Dixon
Contact Email
sdixon@winchester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 9LJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARTHIAN

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