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NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE DECARBONISATION BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAMME 2025/26

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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14 Jul 2025 at 10:45

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20 May 2025 at 15:09

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07 May 2025 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council has concluded a procurement process for the "North Northamptonshire Decarbonisation Business and Community Support Programme 2025/26." This initiative falls under the industry category of business and management consultancy services and is situated in the United Kingdom, specifically the UKF region. The council, acting as the buying authority, sought a supplier for this service, utilising an open competition method below the financial threshold. The procurement was awarded to Urban Foresight Limited, with the contract active from 8th July 2025 to 28th February 2026, valued at £72,218. The programme, completed as of the last update, is part of efforts to support local businesses and community groups in achieving net-zero carbon goals.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consulting, energy services, and related sectors seeking to expand their clientele and service offerings. Companies with expertise in delivering structured support, such as workshops, 1:1 sessions, and resource development, stand to benefit by participating in similar tenders. SMEs with a strategic focus on sustainable development and experience in assisting organisations in accessing grant funding are particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts, as demonstrated by the engagement and eventual award granted to Urban Foresight Limited. This initiative underscores the growing demand for specialised consultancy services aimed at facilitating energy efficiency and carbon reduction across public and private sectors.

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Notice Title

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE DECARBONISATION BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAMME 2025/26

Notice Description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Supplier to deliver a decarbonisation support programme for both businesses and community groups in 2025/26. It is funded through the UKSPF. The purpose of the commission is to develop, launch and deliver a programme dedicated to supporting meaningful decarbonisation and advancing the net-zero goals of North Northamptonshire for its businesses and community groups. Both strands of support should provide advice and guidance alongside expert support, including through online resources, workshops and 1:1 sessions. Businesses and community groups should be supported to develop a Carbon Reduction Plan. They should also be supported in developing applications to access grant funding opportunities. The programme should support 50 businesses and 30 community groups. The programme will run until January 202

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050e26
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039545-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

71314000 - Energy and related services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£72,218 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
sarah ellwood
Contact Email
procurement@northnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 1QG
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Lloyds
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

URBAN FORESIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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