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Energy Market Support Framework

LOW CARBON CONTRACTS COMPANY LTD

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03 Oct 2025 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

The "Energy Market Support Framework" tender, initiated by the Low Carbon Contracts Company Ltd, pertains to the industry category of Energy and related services, classified under CPV code 71314000. Located in London, United Kingdom, this procurement process reached the Award stage as of 3rd October 2025. The open procedure (above threshold) was utilised, with a framework agreement that spans from 1st August 2025 to 1st August 2028, including six different pieces of work anticipated over 12-18 months, each valued collectively at £600,000. This opportunity is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, demonstrating an inclusive and attractive proposition for diverse business entities.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the energy sector, particularly those with expertise in energy market analysis and consultancy. The framework's structure allows for repeated engagement over a multi-year period, enabling participating businesses to secure ongoing revenue streams and establish long-term client relationships. Large-scale companies such as Cornwall Insights Ltd and Carbon Trust Advisory Ltd are among the suppliers, indicating a competitive environment that favours established firms with a solid track record in providing high-quality advisory services. Businesses that can offer innovative, flexible, and strategic solutions in energy and related services would be well-positioned to leverage this framework for business growth and industry influence.

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Notice Title

Energy Market Support Framework

Notice Description

we are seeking expert support for ad-hoc, topical pieces of work and analysis. In total, we anticipate that we will commission up to six pieces of distinct work over the next 12-18 months. We are awarding a Framework Agreement for a period of three years with an option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fdbfe296-9411-4c59-b526-9a5cfd453b3b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b86d8dd1-dcfa-4d96-bb4e-e57a29e3879c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 1 Aug 2028 3-4 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
LOW CARBON CONTRACTS COMPANY LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4Y 8JX
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Castle Baynard
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

CARBON TRUST ADVISORY

CORNWALL INSIGHTS

ERNST & YOUNG

FRONTIER ECONOMICS

GRANT THORNTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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