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PS25220 - RAF014/2526 - Evaluation of the Retrofit Devolution Program

DESNZ

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22 Dec 2025 at 12:11

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process was undertaken by DESNZ for the "PS25220 - RAF014/2526 - Evaluation of the Retrofit Devolution Program". The process, which falls under the Research and Development services category, has reached the award stage, with Technopolis as the awarded supplier. The evaluation project will focus on the energy performance enhancement of domestic and public sector buildings across England through local governance via Mayoral Strategic Authorities. It operates from December 2025 through March 2027. Although the call for competition was selective, conducted as a mini-competition under the Crown Commercial Service's RM6126 Research & Insights Dynamic Purchasing System, the contracting authorities are situated in Swindon, England.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development services, specifically those experienced with energy performance evaluations and data analysis. SMEs are particularly suited to benefit from such contracts due to their agile nature, allowing them to efficiently navigate the specific requirements of engaging with local governmental bodies. By participating in such projects, businesses not only gain financial rewards but also contribute to progressive public policy implementation, setting the foundation for future involvement in larger-scale projects aligned with sustainability and energy efficiency goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25220 - RAF014/2526 - Evaluation of the Retrofit Devolution Program

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 project is a process and outcome evaluation of the Retrofit Pillar of the Integrated Settlement, a new delivery and funding model which aims to improve the energy performance of England's domestic and public sector buildings by giving more power and responsibility to local areas, through dispersing funds via Mayoral Strategic Authorities (MSAs). The evaluation will involve case studies with the two areas involved in the first phase of the Integrated Settlement, combining secondary and primary data collection and analysis. It will be a rapidly delivered project from October 2025 to March 2027, with data collection and analysis focused on delivery and implementation issues, with some early exploration of longer-term perceived outcomes. The overall aim is to therefore evaluate the delivery of this programme and assess how successful it has been in working towards its policy objectives and expected outcomes. Specifically, the evaluation aims to: 1. Understand the benefits and challenges of a devolved retrofit model for MSAs, Social Housing Landlords (SHLs), LAs, public sector organisations, and wider stakeholders (e.g. businesses, community groups). 2. Provide insights into the unique local delivery arrangements in Greater Manchester and West Midlands to build understanding of how local governance may have affected the success or otherwise of the Retrofit Pillar. 3. Improve the design and delivery of future devolved retrofit funding by evidencing the experiences of MSAs, LAs and SHLs, and public sector organisations. 4. Explore issues around early implementation to inform the set-up of future waves of devolved funding. to enable findings will also be used to support rollout to the additional regions as part of the second phase of integrated settlements. Data collection and analysis will focus on delivery and implementation issues, with some early exploration of longer-term perceived outcomes.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9c69edb-a713-41da-bc98-ea7128ef1be7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

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
£279,503 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 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 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

TECHNOPOLIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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