Planning

Biomass Research Programme

DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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 (DESNZ) is planning a procurement for its Biomass Research Programme, aimed at advancing scientific understanding of biomass and bioenergy's role in climate change mitigation, energy security, and net zero delivery. This tender is in the planning stages, and a supplier engagement call is scheduled on 13 January 2026 via MS Teams. Interested parties must register by 12 January 2026 and can submit questions by 20 January 2026. The programme spans four years, beginning on 20 April 2026, with services primarily focused on research. This procurement seeks to appoint a contractor to deliver various research outputs, involving a total value of approximately £4,080,000 (gross £4,900,000) and above the procurement threshold for services. The contract will see its completion by 31 March 2030.

The Biomass Research Programme offers substantial growth opportunities, particularly for businesses with expertise in areas such as geospatial modelling, spatial data analysis, climate scenario modelling, scientific research, and policy development. It provides a valuable opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs to contribute to cutting-edge research impacting environmental policy and economic modelling. Companies with strong project management capabilities and scientific analysis skills are well-positioned to compete in this tender, ensuring robust delivery of research services that support sustainability and economic growth within the bioeconomy sector. The programme is structured into seven thematic work packages, providing diverse entry points for businesses across the research spectrum.

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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

There will be a Supplier Engagement Call on 13th January 2026 from 1400 – 1530 GMT.     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/018884-2026
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
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Apr 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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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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