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BT1809 Climate Change Study

LUTON COUNCIL

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03 Sep 2025 at 08:57

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council has completed the procurement process for the "BT1809 Climate Change Study", working under the industry category of services, specifically focusing on research and development services. The tender sought consultancy services to conduct a comprehensive climate change study aimed at supporting Luton Borough Council's net zero ambitions. This project, covering Luton, is part of a limited competition procurement method, initiated to bolster the town's growth and enhance sustainability in alignment with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). The contract was awarded to WSP UK Limited, with a total contract value of £48,480 (gross), for the period starting 10th July 2025 and ending on 9th July 2026.

This consultancy contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in environmental consulting, particularly those with expertise in carbon emission assessments, renewable energy systems, and energy efficiency improvements. Large-scale organisations that provide strategic climate change mitigation and adaptation services stand to benefit from engaging in this sector. Such contracts not only enable businesses to expand their portfolios but also contribute towards the meaningful goal of supporting local governmental bodies in achieving sustainability targets. Thus, firms that possess the capabilities in providing innovative energy solutions are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

BT1809 Climate Change Study

Notice Description

1.1. Luton Borough Council is looking to engage qualified organisations to quote for a consultant to produce a Climate Change Study to provide evidence to support the development and future growth of the town and help the council achieve its net zero ambitions in line with the NPPF. The Climate Change Study will provide an assessment of current and future carbon emissions, a review of energy provisions including renewable energy and decentralised systems opportunities, climate change mitigation and adaption, and improving energy efficiency.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0592d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053399-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2025 - 9 Jul 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
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Anushka Vadodaria
Contact Email
procurement@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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