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Consultancy to advise on both Renewable Energy Generation and capacity and carbon offsetting and sequestration plus the option of a green fund to support these projects

Canterbury City Council

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25 Sep 2026 at 15:27

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Canterbury City Council is seeking consultancy to advise on renewable energy generation and capacity, and on carbon offsetting, sequestration and the possible creation of a green fund to support these projects. The work is divided into three options: advice on renewable energy and capacity; advice on carbon offsetting, sequestration and a green fund; or a combined service covering both areas. The council prefers one consultant for the combined work, but may appoint separate providers for the two areas if that better serves its interests. This is energy-efficiency consultancy (CPV 71314300), to be delivered in the Canterbury area. The required scope and technical detail are set out in the invitation-to-tender documents.

The council invited tenders through an open competition. Questions were due by 17:00 on 16 October 2026, and electronic submissions through the Kent Business Portal were due by 12:00 on 19 October 2026. The contract is scheduled to start on 1 December 2026 and run for up to nine months, with an extension of up to 18 months possible at the council’s discretion, subject to satisfactory performance and written agreement. Indicative budgets are £25,000 for renewable energy and capacity, £55,000 for carbon offsetting, sequestration and the green fund, and £80,000 for the combined option. The council will assess tenders as the most advantageous, balancing financial performance and value for money with maintaining or improving service standards.

The opportunity suits energy and sustainability consultancies able to provide strategic advice on renewable energy generation and capacity, as well as carbon offsetting and sequestration. Suppliers may bid for either specialist area or offer the combined capability; a provider covering both is preferred, although the council may award the two areas separately. The combined option therefore favours a consultancy with breadth across energy generation and carbon management, including the ability to advise on a potential green fund. The council has indicated that the opportunity is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses. The assessment is based on the most advantageous tender, with attention to value for money and service standards, so bidders should be able to demonstrate credible delivery and competitive pricing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Consultancy to advise on both Renewable Energy Generation and capacity and carbon offsetting and sequestration plus the option of a green fund to support these projects

Notice Description

Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of Consultancy Services to advise on both Renewable Energy Generation and capacity and carbon offsetting and sequestration plus the option of a green fund to support these projects and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirement, as outlined in the invitation to tender pack of documents. The Contract is anticipated to commence December 2026 and will continue for a period of up to 9 months (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract) and may be extended for a period of up to 18 months subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. Please note the following Lots will apply:- Lot 1- Renewable energy and capacity -Appendix C refers- indicative budget PS25k Lot 2- Carbon offsetting and sequestration and green fund - Appendix D refers- indicative budget PS55k Lot 3- Consultants who can carry out the work as outlined in both Appendix C and D- indicative budget PS80K It is the Councils preference for a single consultant to carry out both elements of work as described in Lot 3. However, if the submissions received and scores attained for this Lot are not in the best interest of the Council, they will continue to appoint a winner from the highest combined score for Lot 1 and a further contract to the winner from the highest combined score for Lot 2. The decision with regards to appointment of a single contract within Lot 3 is at the total discretion of the Council. Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Monday 19 October 2026 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Energy-efficiency-consultancy-services./5RM79F3HCX To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/5RM79F3HCX

Lot Information

Lot 1- Renewable energy and capacity

Lot 1- Renewable energy and capacity - Consultancy Services

Renewal: May be extended for a period of up to 18 months subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion.

Lot 2- Carbon offsetting and sequestration and green fund

Lot 2- Carbon offsetting and sequestration and green fund - Consultancy Services

Renewal: May be extended for a period of up to 18 months subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion.

Lot 3- Consultants who can carry out the work as outlined in both Lot 1 and Lot 2

Lot 3- Consultants who can carry out the work as outlined in both Lot 1 and Lot 2 - Consultancy Services

Renewal: May be extended for a period of up to 18 months subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-077acf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/091101-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£96,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Oct 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Canterbury City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT1 2UR
Postcode Area
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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