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Summary of the contracting process

The Waste & Resources Action Programme has concluded its procurement process for the Net Zero Sector Transition Plan, targeting industry growth while facilitating net zero objectives within the UK. This established framework is a selective procurement, managed under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54 and executed below the threshold for awards, ultimately culminating in a framework agreement. Situated in Banbury, UK region, the programme's contracting process encompassed research and development consultancy services, with Ridge Environmental Limited securing the contract valued at £18,000. The contract, active from 31st March to 31st May 2026, aligns with contributing towards a collaborative sectorial transition as guided by the Net Zero Council.

This procurement represents a significant growth opportunity for small and medium enterprises involved in providing consultancy and research services within environmental sectors. Organisations with expertise in developing sustainable strategies and proficiencies in consulting on net zero transformations are well-positioned to engage in future similar tenders. SMEs, like Ridge Environmental Limited, exemplify the kind of businesses that can leverage such frameworks to bolster their market presence. Through engaging with frameworks like WRAP, companies can enhance their opportunities in the expanding net zero landscape within the UK, fostering collaborations and partnerships with government entities and industry stakeholders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PRU043-GEN - Net Zero Sector Transition Plan

Notice Description

A Net Zero Sector Transition Plan (STP) is a collaborative, evolving framework designed to help industry, government, and stakeholders deliver net zero in the UK while supporting sector growth. WRAP is updating the ESA's 2021 Net Zero Strategy in line with Net Zero Council guidance, working with industry partners and co-funders.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0677da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029107-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£18,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 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
Waste & Resources Action Programme
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BANBURY
Postcode
OX16 5BH
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cherwell
Electoral Ward
Banbury Cross and Neithrop
Westminster Constituency
Banbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RIDGE ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITED

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