Mechanical Engineering Consultancy Services for the provision of Energy Audits, Feasibility and Decarbonisation Surveys

ACIVICO (DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FACILITIES MANAGEMENT) LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

07 May 2026 at 08:14

TenderUpdate

10 Sep 2025 at 07:51

Tender

09 Sep 2025 at 15:48

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Mechanical Engineering Consultancy Services for the provision of Energy Audits, Feasibility and Decarbonisation Surveys" was conducted by ACIVICO (Design, Construction and Facilities Management) Limited, a public authority operating under sub-central government. This procurement culminated in an award on 5 May 2026 to E3 Cube Ltd, a company classified as an SME. Based in Birmingham, ACIVICO sought to establish a single-supplier framework to perform comprehensive energy audits and decarbonisation surveys across a varied property portfolio. The procurement stage has been completed, and the contract will take effect from 19 May 2026 to 18 May 2030. A selective procurement method was used, emphasising a competitive flexible procedure within the services industry category, specifically targeting consultative engineering and construction services in the UKG31 region.

This framework represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical engineering consultancy to contribute to energy efficiency and decarbonisation efforts. Companies with experience in conducting large-scale audits and implementing carbon reduction strategies can find growth opportunities by leveraging this framework to expand their services across complex property portfolios. The closed framework structure benefits firms with demonstrable expertise in energy audits, as it supports collaboration with internal teams and the development of practical retrofit strategies, thereby facilitating the transition to a low-carbon future. As E3 Cube Ltd successfully secured the contract, other SMEs could consider similar opportunities in public procurement to enhance their market presence and drive sustainable growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Mechanical Engineering Consultancy Services for the provision of Energy Audits, Feasibility and Decarbonisation Surveys

Notice Description

Acivico is establishing a single-supplier framework agreement to deliver comprehensive energy audits and decarbonisation surveys across a diverse property portfolio. The framework will provide detailed evidence-based surveys that identify inefficiencies and develop practical, cost effective carbon reduction strategies. The framework supplier will play a key role in translating environmental goals into actionable retrofit plans that deliver measurable carbon savings while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Recognising the built environment's significant carbon impact, the supplier will collaborate closely with internal teams, tailoring recommendations to each property's operational context, outlining clear investment pathways and supporting access to relevant funding. This is a closed framework of 48 months' duration.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059708
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041715-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 18 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ACIVICO (DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FACILITIES MANAGEMENT) LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 2JB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

E3 CUBE

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