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title: "Request for Proposals in connection with Green Assurance activity for the UK Green Investment Bank"
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buyer: "UK GREEN INVESTMENT BANK PLC"
published: "2017-01-20"
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# Request for Proposals in connection with Green Assurance activity for the UK Green Investment Bank

Buyer: UK GREEN INVESTMENT BANK PLC  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-422ceb2e-239f-4ed0-b85f-708215c86548

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## Summary

The UK Green Investment Bank Plc is currently seeking proposals through an open tender titled "Request for Proposals in connection with Green Assurance activity for the UK Green Investment Bank". This procurement process, focused on environmental auditing services, is based in the United Kingdom, specifically in London and Scotland. The tender was published on 20th January 2017, with submissions due by 30th January 2017. The budget for this contract is between £20,000 and £45,000, and the contract period is set to commence on 6th February 2017, concluding on 30th June 2017.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental auditing and assurance services, particularly those that conform to ISAE 3000 standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the tender indicates their suitability. Companies well-versed in assessing corporate greenhouse gas emissions and portfolio green impact metrics would be especially well-suited for this contract, potentially allowing them to expand their client base and contribute to the UK's sustainability goals.

## Notice

GIB is seeking proposals from firms to provide independent assurance of its reported green performance for the financial year 2016-17. For the reporting year, GIB needs to obtain appropriate assurance in relation to: * Corporate GHG emissions: Limited assurance to ISAE 3000 or appropriate equivalent standard of its reported corporate GHG emissions footprint for travel and office energy consumption * Portfolio Green Impact data: Limited assurance to ISAE 3000 or appropriate equivalent standard of the following reported Green Impact metrics (on an Annual Actual, Lifetime forecasts, and Average Annual forecasts basis) for projects in the portfolio: o GHG emissions reduction o Renewable energy generated o Energy demand reduced o Materials consumption avoided through materials recycling o Waste to landfill avoided

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b86e396-da77-4612-a918-4b599e73e288 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Feb 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK GREEN INVESTMENT BANK PLC |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH3 8EX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLI London, TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90714000 - Environmental auditing

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2017 at 17:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b86e396-da77-4612-a918-4b599e73e288

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b86e396-da77-4612-a918-4b599e73e288
  20th January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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