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Provision of Study Mapping the Future: UK Supplier Opportunities in Green Hydrogen and Offshore Wind Energy

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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03 Dec 2025 at 21:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has conducted a procurement process titled "Provision of Study Mapping the Future: UK Supplier Opportunities in Green Hydrogen and Offshore Wind Energy." This initiative aims to explore supply chain opportunities in the green hydrogen and offshore wind sectors by commissioning a detailed market study through the British Embassy in Mexico City. The procurement was carried out using a limited competition method deemed below threshold, and the contract was awarded on 3rd December 2025 with the contract period spanning from 5th December 2025 to 31st March 2026. The procurement relates to market research services and resides within the renewable energy industry category, situated in London, United Kingdom, under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54. The awarded supplier is Zize de Mexico, an SME located in Guanajuato, Mexico.

This contract offers significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses involved in renewable energy sectors such as green hydrogen and offshore wind energy. By commissioning a comprehensive market study, the tender encourages enterprises that can provide innovative research and strategic insights into renewable energy markets and supply chains. SMEs with expertise in market research, stakeholder engagement, and investment analysis within the green energy domain will find this contract particularly suitable. The study's aim to provide actionable recommendations complements businesses looking to expand their influence and investments within Mexico’s renewable energy landscape, fostering long-term growth and partnership opportunities.

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Notice Title

Provision of Study Mapping the Future: UK Supplier Opportunities in Green Hydrogen and Offshore Wind Energy

Notice Description

The British Embassy in Mexico City seeks to commission a comprehensive market study to identify supply chain opportunities for Green Hydrogen and Offshore Wind, incorporating detailed research, stakeholder interviews, and actionable recommendations to support strategic decision-making and foster investment in Mexico's renewable energy sector.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ee58
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079532-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,862 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£25,862 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ame.procurement2@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZIZE DE MEXICO

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