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Biomass Research Programme

DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

24 Jul 2026 at 14:49

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

03 Mar 2026 at 12:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

14 Jan 2026 at 12:53

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

15 Dec 2025 at 10:07

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

20 May 2025 at 10:10

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero is set to commence the procurement process for a comprehensive Biomass Research Programme, which aims to enhance scientific understanding of biomass and bioenergy's role in climate change mitigation and energy security. Located in London, the procurement falls under the public authority central government category and pertains to research services. The project, valued at approximately £4.08 million, is currently in the planning stage with a tender notice expected by August 10, 2026. Businesses interested in participating have until 4 PM GMT on January 12, 2026, to register for the market engagement event, scheduled for mid-January via MS Teams, where further details will be discussed.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for companies specializing in scientific research, geospatial and spatial data analysis, climate scenario modelling, policy development, and economic research to expand their portfolio within the public sector. It is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), offering a four-year engagement through March 2030. Prospective contractors will take part in supporting the bioeconomy, sustainability criteria, and economic modelling, making it ideal for organisations with robust research capabilities and strong project management skills. The project will yield various outputs like policy briefings, technical annexes, and datasets, with multiple work packages to cater to emerging evidence needs and project flexibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Biomass Research Programme

Notice Description

DESNZ is seeking to procure a contractor to provide research services for a four-year Biomass Research Programme. The programme will advance scientific understanding of the role and potential of biomass and bioenergy in supporting climate change mitigation, enhancing energy security, and de-risking the delivery of net zero. It will include research on: Lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions of biomass feedstocks and bioenergy systems Biomass availability and demand across sectors Sustainability criteria and environmental impacts Co-benefits and trade-offs including biodiversity, air and water quality Economic modelling of biomass-derived fuels and materials The bioeconomy and its potential for growth and decarbonisation The following skills and expertise are considered particularly important for this work: Geospatial modelling Spatial data analysis Modelling climate scenarios Scientific research Scientific analysis Policy development Economic research The project will additionally require strong project management capability to support the delivery of this research. Outputs are likely to include: Reports, policy briefings, and technical annexes Updated models (e.g. UK & Global Bioenergy Resource Model) Seminars, workshops, and teach-ins Data sets and scenario analyses to inform policy decisions The programme will be delivered through seven work packages (WP), covering: WP1: Programme Management WP2: Biomass Lifecycle Analysis WP3: Feedstock Availability WP4: Biomass Feedstocks for Industry WP5: Biomass Sustainability Framework (with co-benefits & trade-offs) WP6: Analyses of the Bioeconomy WP7: A Flexible Fund for emerging evidence needs DESNZ is holding a supplier event on MS Teams on 13.01.2026, consisting of a presentation by DESNZ followed by Q&A.

Planning Information

Tender for the Biomass Research Programme   If you are interested in this potential opportunity, please complete the MS Form with your details.   Biomass Research Programme – https://forms.office.com/e/ca3n6nLRDG An ‘MS Teams’ invite will be circulated for the market engagement event on the week of the event with those who have signed up. We would ask that you have a maximum of 2 attendees from each organisation.    Participants will need to register by 4 PM GMT on 12.01.2026.     Please send any questions to   internationalclimateandenergy.procurement@energysecurty.gov.uk  by 4 PM GMT on 20.01.2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051852
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070434-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,080,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Aug 20264 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HP
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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