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Sustainability Function within The Civil Service

DEFRA

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01 May 2025 at 08:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Defra aims to establish a sustainability function within the Civil Service, focusing on governance, capability, and greening commitments. This tender, titled "Sustainability Function within The Civil Service," falls under the general management consultancy services category, with a specific emphasis on decarbonization initiatives. Located in London, United Kingdom, the procurement process has progressed to the award stage as of 28th April 2025. The contract, valued at GBP 82,970.21 and running from 5th May 2025 to 4th August 2025, has been awarded to KPMG LLP. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, as a call-off from a framework agreement, which does not cater to SMEs or VCSEs specifically.

This tender presents growth opportunities for large, well-established consultancy firms, particularly those with expertise in sustainability and government operations. Collaborating with government bodies such as Defra on a project of this scale can enhance a firm’s portfolio and reputation within the public sector. Businesses offering comprehensive management and advisory services tailored to governmental frameworks and interested in sustainable development initiatives would be well-suited to compete in such tenders. This collaboration facilitates involvement in cutting-edge governmental projects that foster long-term strategic partnerships with public sector entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sustainability Function within The Civil Service

Notice Description

Civil Service Board (CSB) approved GCSOG key recommendations (April 2025) to accelerate the development of proposals for the creation of a new sustainability function within the civil service, supported by a cross-government capability framework and decarbonization funding models/opportunities. Acceleration for this stage of the Programme will include 3 workstreams: (1) Governance - Defining the target operating model for the 'Office Of', CSOG and Profession including functions, roles and responsibilities and interfaces (2) Capability - Defining the scope of the Profession and advancing the development of the curriculum in alignment with Government Skill (3) Greening Government Commitments (GGCs) decarbonization - Supporting Government in achieving the GGC decarbonization commitment, specifically focusing on funding models to close the gaps

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ed5a3192-8662-4e05-a9c1-cdbe9c8ead27
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff698751-a846-4d61-b294-5774a3c8d496
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£82,970 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£82,970 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
4 May 2025 - 4 Aug 2025 1-6 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
DEFRA
Contact Name
DEFRA
Contact Email
defra.helpline@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03459335577

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KPMG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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