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PROC-119-2025

COMPETITION AND MARKETS AUTHORITY

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21 May 2026 at 11:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), based in London, England, has completed a procurement process for consultancy services to support their sustainability strategy. This tender, identified by PROC-119-2025, falls within the "Energy and related services" industry category. The contract, valued at £38,236.01, was awarded to Acclaro Advisory, a small to medium enterprise (SME), and spans from 19th January 2026 to 17th December 2026. The procurement method used was a direct, single tender action. This award phase, conducted as of 21st May 2026, marks the completion of this procurement process, indicating the successful contracting of services for the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses especially those specialising in consultancy services related to energy and sustainability. SMEs and businesses keen on expanding their portfolio in governmental environmental advisory roles are well-suited to compete in such tenders. The direct procurement method for this contract highlights potential for small firms to access public sector opportunities effectively. Offering expert consulting services aligned with sustainability could be a profitable niche, especially considering increasing demands for such expertise in public policies and strategies. Such contracts could serve as a valuable springboard for further opportunities in governmental advisory capacities.

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Notice Title

PROC-119-2025

Notice Description

CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR CMA SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-efecaeff-5937-444b-a092-b2fe362adcbb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89cc9b46-79e9-47e8-8f28-4c998b6bc97d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£38,236 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,236 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20264 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COMPETITION AND MARKETS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1B 4AD
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCLARO ADVISORY

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