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TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF A SERVICE TO ENABLE WINCHESTER DISTRICT BUSINESSES TO BECOME ZERO CARBON AND ACCESS FUNDING

WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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02 Feb 2022 at 14:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The Winchester City Council is seeking bids for a tender titled "TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF A SERVICE TO ENABLE WINCHESTER DISTRICT BUSINESSES TO BECOME ZERO CARBON AND ACCESS FUNDING." This procurement, classified under research and development services and related consultancy services, takes place in the South East and South West regions of England. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with a submission deadline set for 25 February 2022. The total contract value is £30,000, and the contract period extends from 7 March 2022 to 28 February 2023. This procurement follows an open procedure, aimed at supporting local businesses in their transition to zero carbon operations.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for consulting firms and businesses that specialise in sustainability and energy efficiency to engage with local enterprises in the Winchester District. Companies equipped to assist with green audits, funding access, and implementation of low carbon technologies will be particularly well-suited to compete. By participating, businesses not only contribute to the significant goal of carbon neutrality but also position themselves as key players in the growing eco-friendly market, fostering both community development and their own growth prospects.

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Notice Title

TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF A SERVICE TO ENABLE WINCHESTER DISTRICT BUSINESSES TO BECOME ZERO CARBON AND ACCESS FUNDING

Notice Description

This business support programme funded by the council and ERDF needs to have measurable outcomes and impact that lead businesses to adopt sustainable investments, processes and practices. The purpose of the activity is to: * Reduce carbon emissions from business * Provide companies with green audits * Provide access to finance in order to improve energy efficiency and/or support growth in the development of new low carbon technologies * Raise awareness of and increase the take up of new low carbon/circular economy business models * Encourage businesses to adapt a peer led approach * Help businesses to access LoCASE funding by promoting LoCase and identifying businesses for referral to the programme Specification Winchester City Council is looking for a consultancy to support businesses in the Winchester District in meeting the challenge of carbon neutrality through the following outcomes: * help businesses become zero carbon, reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions * promote and help businesses to access LoCASE funding to reduce their energy use Service requirements Marketing requirements (engagement) * Business engagement and securing beneficiaries of the service including promoting LoCase * Outreach to existing business groups such as Winchester Business Improvement District and the local chambers of trade/ business in the market towns to secure beneficiaries * Publicising the service including crediting Winchester City Council and EDRF in any marketing material which must be approved by the council in advance * Organising and delivering regular learning / action planning workshops for businesses on the programme for a 12 month period * Work with the council on hosting quarterly zero carbon workshops for Winchester district businesses and attend to promote the programme. Zero Carbon savings requirements (support) * Identifying and work intensively with 26 businesses from across the district. The businesses must be from a range of sectors, geographical areas and sizes (including small, medium and large businesses) that is representative of the businesses located within the District. The economic profile of the Winchester District can be viewed here. * Identify those businesses with greatest potential and help them to develop the actions and steps so they can become zero carbon. * Signposting to the advice and support to enable them to take action, including funding and grants * Create an expected carbon saving target associated with the delivery of the programme overall and capture carbon savings of individual businesses on the programme. * Sharing information and best practice including creating case studies for business on actions that have been successful * The business information and support service is for a 12 month period from 1 March 2022 to 28 February 2023.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/237783a3-759b-4745-bc29-831a41f2cd1a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

80 - Education and training services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80000000 - Education and training services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Mar 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 9LJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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