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UNFCCC Review - In-Country Review of Malta's Biennial Transparency Report 2026

DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO

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14 Apr 2026 at 07:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero in London has conducted a direct procurement process, awarding a contract to Ricardo-AEA Limited for reviewing Malta’s Biennial Transparency Report as part of the UNFCCC’s requirements. This contract falls under the 'services' category, specifically research services, and utilises experts from the UNFCCC Roster of Experts. The procurement method was 'Below threshold - without competition', indicating a direct award due to its specialised nature. The procurement is complete, with the contract period running from 10th April 2026 to 18th August 2026. Located in London, the contract was signed on 10th April 2026, with a gross contract value of £31,168.11.

This tender presents opportunities for large-scale businesses that specialise in climate research and international compliance services to advance their offerings and establish valuable connections within the public sector. Particularly, enterprises involved in environmental consultancy, with expertise in handling international climate-related assessments and transparency reporting, would be well-suited for similar future contracts. The collaboration with a high-profile government department can enhance the credibility of involved businesses and provide significant leverage in establishing them as leaders in climate change consultancy on a global scale.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UNFCCC Review - In-Country Review of Malta's Biennial Transparency Report 2026

Notice Description

Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs) are required to be submitted by Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), which includes the UK. These inventories are required to be reviewed by UNFCCC Expert Reviewers, drawn from the UNFCCC Roster of Experts. The requirement of this work is to facilitate and fund the participation of UK experts to review BTRs of other countries. All UK experts must be on the UNFCCC Roster of Experts to participate. The requirement of this work is to facilitate and fund the participation of a UK expert in an in-country review of Malta's Biennial Transparency Report.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06817e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033522-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,973 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Apr 2026 - 18 Aug 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HP
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

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

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