Planning

Carbon Offsetting and Consultancy Services

LONDON UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM

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Planning

13 May 2026 at 13:08

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC) is in the planning stage for retendering its Carbon Offsetting and Validation Services framework. This initiative, categorized under environmental issues consultancy services, will serve as a national offering to all members of the UK Universities Purchasing Consortium (UKUPC), located in the United Kingdom. The preliminary market engagement for this tender invites feedback to refine the approach for achieving member objectives on carbon emission reductions. The deadline for feedback is scheduled for 30th September 2026. The service contract is anticipated to commence on 12th April 2027, running until 11th April 2029, with the possibility of renewal. The procurement process involves a framework agreement, aiming to support sub-central government public authorities in their efforts toward a net-zero contribution.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy and carbon management, particularly those capable of providing innovative and cost-effective solutions for carbon offsetting and validation. Companies adept at facilitating Scope 2 and 3 carbon emission reporting and those prepared to adhere to specific terms of trade will find this opportunity well-suited to their expertise. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process supports SME involvement. Engaging in this framework could bolster growth through association with a prominent consortium, fostering long-term relationships within the public sector education market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Carbon Offsetting and Consultancy Services

Notice Description

LUPC is looking to retender the Carbon Offsetting and Validation Services framework which is a national offering to all members of UKUPC. The retender will be the second iteration of the offering. We are seeking feedback from the market as to the best way to achieve Member objectives for reducing carbon emissions with a view to being cost effective and without risk to UKUPC Members. We are also looking to strengthen our offering for Members on Scope 2 and 3 reporting, understanding and developing their internal processes and procedures to ensure Members are fully cognisant of their obligations to reduce carbon emissions and fully realise a net zero contribution. Interested parties should complete the feedback form here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/w7aHWnbyVL Please note we have not included a value against this PME notice as this will become clearer nearer to tender stage. It should also be noted we have specific terms of trade and obligations for this tender and we will only be entering into a contract on these terms and will not negotiate or agree to terms outside of these. Further information will be given at tender stage.

Planning Information

LUPC is looking to retender the Carbon Offsetting and Validation Services framework which is a national offering to all members of UKUPC. The retender will be the second iteration of the offering. We are seeking feedback from the market as to the best way to achieve Member objectives for reducing carbon emissions with a view to being cost effective and without risk to UKUPC Members. We are also looking to strengthen our offering for Members on Scope 2 and 3 reporting, understanding and developing their internal processes and procedures to ensure Members are fully cognisant of their obligations to reduce carbon emissions and fully realise a net zero contribution. Interested parties should complete the feedback form here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/w7aHWnbyVL Please note we have not included a value against this PME notice as this will become clearer nearer to tender stage. It should also be noted we have specific terms of trade and obligations for this tender and we will only be entering into a contract on these terms and will not negotiate or agree to terms outside of these. Further information will be given at tender stage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0697c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043945-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Apr 2027 - 11 Apr 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3R 8HN
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Tower
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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