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China Programme - Energy and Low Carbon Economy

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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27 Sep 2019 at 21:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has completed a tender for the "China Programme - Energy and Low Carbon Economy," which falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. This procurement was carried out through a selective method, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at approximately £4,276,421, commenced on 19th August 2019 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2024. The opportunity to engage in this project was available until 6th November 2018, with delivery requirements spanning across regions, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses aiming to expand their market reach, particularly those specialising in research, environmental consultancy, and infrastructure development services. Suppliers with experience in international cooperation, especially in contexts linked to infrastructure and low-carbon initiatives, would be well-suited to compete. Furthermore, companies focused on engaging with the Belt and Road Initiative may find this project particularly aligned with their business objectives, fostering potential partnerships with international entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

China Programme - Energy and Low Carbon Economy

Notice Description

The overall impact of the China Infrastructure Programme is intended to be (1) inclusive growth and poverty alleviation in ODA-eligible third countries through cooperation with China on infrastructure (including as part of the Belt and Road Initiative), and (2) increased infrastructure trade and investment cooperation between Chinese and international (including UK) businesses. Through these two objectives the Programme will meet the primary and secondary benefits of the Prosperity Fund outlined in 1.12.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d4924fb0-9cc0-411b-8994-378e55c90f2a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87abf0ec-6bc6-4011-9161-4b896096fc64
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£4,276,421 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,276,421 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20196 years ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2019 - 31 Mar 2024 4-5 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
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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

ICF CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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