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10 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Energy Transition Zone Limited, located in Aberdeen, UK, has initiated an open procurement process to develop a Green Book compliant business case aimed at submission to the Scottish Government. The procurement, titled "ETZ Business Case Development," is classified under the services category, specifically within the Energy Transition sector. With a total contract value of GBP 80,000, this tender process encompasses electronic submissions, closing on 7th August 2026. Subsequent stages including bid opening and potential award decisions will follow on the same date. This process starts from 31st August 2026, extending until 11th December 2026, with the primary delivery location being Aberdeen.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for consultancy firms experienced in developing strategic business cases, particularly those adept in navigating governmental frameworks and policies. Firms specialising in energy transition advisory, grant writing, or experience with Green Book guidelines would find this project conducive for growth. As the buying organisation is Energy Transition Zone Limited, a not-for-profit entity focused on energy transition, involvement in this project could enhance a business's portfolio, emphasising expertise in sustainable development and governmental collaborations. Given the open procurement method, businesses are encouraged to participate, ensuring compliance with electronic submission guidelines to maximise their chances of success.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ETZ Business Case Development

Notice Description

ETZ Ltd wishes to appoint a consultant to collaboratively work with ETZ Ltd staff to develop a Green Book compliant business case for submission to Scottish Government

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837133
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559904
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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 11 Dec 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENERGY TRANSITION ZONE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB25 2DZ
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Hazlehead/Queens Cross/Countesswells
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

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