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Pathway to Net Zero Research

MERSEYSIDE WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY

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22 Dec 2025 at 15:37

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Merseyside Waste Disposal Authority involves a contract titled "Pathway to Net Zero Research" within the research consultancy industry, specifically focusing on pathways to decarbonisation and net zero strategies. The procurement activity, located in Liverpool, United Kingdom (UKD72), has proceeded to the award stage with a direct procurement method due to the specialised nature of the work and the engagement of a sole supplier, chosen without a competitive tender due to being below the financial threshold. While the tender has already reached a "complete" status, the award phase is pending with a scheduled future signature date of 5th January 2026. The contract is set to commence on 5th June 2026 and conclude by 1st September 2026. The awarded company will be conducting its services under the main procurement category of "services" with a gross value of £9,996.

This tender presents compelling opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy services related to environmental sustainability and decarbonisation pathways. Companies, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), that possess expertise in developing strategic scenarios for achieving net zero emissions could benefit from participating in similar future procurement activities. Such businesses will find opportunities to demonstrate their capability in influencing legislative impacts and contributing to significant service developments. Engaging in this contract allows for the potential to forge a reputable position within the sector, leveraging specialised knowledge to guide strategic environmental advancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pathway to Net Zero Research

Notice Description

Direct award due to specialised nature and sole supplier. To understand the potential impacts of critical decisions and legislation and service developments that could have an impact on our pathway to Net Zero. Through utilising external support to generate a decarbonisation trajectory with a range of scenario pathways.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fbd2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085514-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£8,330 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
4 Jun 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYSIDE WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@merseysidewda.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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