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GMCA 1791 Carbon Emissions Reduction Pathway

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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16 Jan 2026 at 11:55

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has engaged in a procurement process titled "GMCA 1791 Carbon Emissions Reduction Pathway" aimed at providing consultancy services for developing emissions reduction trajectories through to 2038. This project, classified under research and development consultancy services, seeks to outline clear carbon emissions reduction pathways and corresponding cost projections. The limited competition process, compliant with the PA23 regulations, culminated in an award made on 16th January 2026. The project supports efforts in the area of environmental consultancy, specifically within a sub-central government framework, and the services are to be delivered within the United Kingdom. The contract period runs from the start of 2026 to the end of May 2026, with a gross value of £46,812. The documentation for this contract was published in January 2026.

This opportunity is ideal for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in emissions analysis and future-proofing strategies. The successful supplier, ARCADIS CONSULTING (UK) LIMITED, underscores the need for companies with a strong track record in consultancy within public sector frameworks. Enterprises with the capability to deliver scalable and innovative environmental solutions can leverage such procurement opportunities to bolster their public sector portfolio and expand their presence in sustainable development sectors. The project aligns with the broader regulatory requirements and strategic initiatives aimed at sustainability, presenting a promising prospect for growth-oriented consultancies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1791 Carbon Emissions Reduction Pathway

Notice Description

Project is a consultancy based project to provide GMCA with scope 1 and scope 2 emissions reductions trajectories through to 2038 based on existing data and projected contextual changes and planned investments by the organisation. Proposals will provide carbon emissions reduction trajectories as well as cost projections for projected pathways. Route to market was a 3 quote process in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060787
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003833-2026
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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,010 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@manchesterfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARCADIS CONSULTING (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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