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Biogenic Stored Carbon Quotient (BSCQ) Standard

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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18 Mar 2026 at 16:14

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Biogenic Stored Carbon Quotient (BSCQ) Standard" has been completed by the Welsh Government, headquartered in Cardiff. This tender focused on developing a certification standard for quantifying carbon stored in timber construction projects and falls under the services category. It was awarded without competition through a direct procurement method below the threshold. The contract period runs from 25 March 2026 to 24 June 2026, with an overall value of £30,000. Located in the UK, specifically within Wales, this project aligns with devolved regulations and central government procurement policies.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those involved in environmental certifications and timber construction. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on sustainable projects may find this contract aligns with their expertise, as demonstrated by the award to Grown in Britain Ltd. The procurement process underscores the importance of innovation in sustainability, inviting businesses to contribute to developing standards that could influence future construction practices positively.

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Notice Title

Biogenic Stored Carbon Quotient (BSCQ) Standard

Notice Description

The development of a Biogenic Stored Carbon (BSC) Certification Standard to quantify and certify carbon stored in timber construction projects.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066e14
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024799-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 24 Jun 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
LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GROWN IN BRITAIN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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