Tender

Comparative Analysis for Farming Practices for Climate Change Outcomes

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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08 May 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the University Of Edinburgh involves a tender for a project titled "Comparative Analysis for Farming Practices for Climate Change Outcomes." This falls under the Education industry category and takes place in Edinburgh, specifically within the region UKM75. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with an open procedure method, inviting electronic submissions. The deadline for tenders is set for 8 June 2026 at 12:00 PM, with the contract value estimated at £75,000. The tender focuses on analysing agricultural systems' impact on climate change under the framework of Scotland's Climate Change Plan and Agricultural Reform Programme.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consulting, agricultural research, or sustainability services. Companies with expertise in evaluating agricultural practices and their environmental and economic impacts will find this project well-suited to their offerings. The successful execution of this contract could enhance the business profile and positioning for subsequent tenders related to climate change and agricultural reforms, potentially catalysing further growth in these vital sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Comparative Analysis for Farming Practices for Climate Change Outcomes

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh invites you to tender for the provision of "Comparative Analysis for Farming Practices for Climate Change Outcomes" as specified in Schedule 3 - Statement of Requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Invitation to Tender ("ITT") is for an Open procedure which shall be conducted in accordance with Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2014 to establish a contract. ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission a comparative analysis of three distinct agricultural systems. It will assess their financial performance, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and applicability across key Scottish farm types. This will be used to generate clear, comparable evidence to support implementation of Scotland's Climate Change Plan and Agricultural Reform Programme, ensuring that emissions reductions in agriculture are achieved in a way that is economically viable and fair for Scottish farmers and crofters.

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Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831364
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555434
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 20264 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
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

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