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title: "Public understanding of carbon budgets and engagement with net zero policy pathways PS24231"
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# Public understanding of carbon budgets and engagement with net zero policy pathways PS24231

Buyer: DESNZ  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-778002f7-7498-4370-ba4b-603cb6b54814

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## Summary

DESNZ has concluded a procurement process titled "Public understanding of carbon budgets and engagement with net zero policy pathways PS24231", designed to enhance public involvement and awareness regarding net zero policies. The award notice follows a mini-competition under the Behavioural Science Call-off Framework (RAF067/2324 PS24030). The contract, valued at £70,000, has been awarded to Verian Group UK Limited, a large-scale organisation. The contract began on 14th October 2024 and will end on 31st March 2025. It focuses on research and development services and related consultancy within the UK, its overseas territories, and other regions. The primary category for this service is the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" industry.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those focusing on behavioural science, public policy engagement, and environmental consultancy. It is well-suited to SMEs (small and medium enterprises) and VCSEs (voluntary, community, and social enterprises) looking to contribute to the UK's net zero strategy. Companies with expertise in public communication, sustainable practices, and policy development stand to gain by participating in these kinds of projects. Engaging in such high-profile government initiatives can enhance a company's reputation and lead to additional opportunities within the growing sector of sustainable development and environmental consultancy.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the Behavioural Science Call-off Framework - RAF067/2324 PS24030 Brief Description of Requirement In 2019, the UK became the first major economy in the world to legislate for a binding net zero target, committing to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. A large proportion of reductions in emissions in the Government's net zero pathway will require the public to make changes to their everyday lives. This will range from adopting low- carbon heating, electric vehicles or choosing more sustainable products 1. In addition, the public will see wider changes in their local communities, including new clean energy infrastructure. Public support and willingness to participate in the net zero transition is critical. Evidence shows that across the UK, 89% of people are aware of the concept of net zero and 84% agree that if everyone does their bit, we can reduce the effects of climate change1. In another recent national survey, 87% wanted to hear more about the measures to achieve net zero2. This demonstrates that the public is somewhat engaged in the path towards net zero and there is appetite to hear more. However, evidence is lacking on how best to communicate our pathway to net zero and involve people in decision making on issues extending so far into the future. DESNZ want to understand public views and ability to engage on our net zero pathway, including how we communicate and could involve the public in the development of carbon budgets, to ensure that their perspectives are represented as part of the broader democratic discussion on how we meet our climate commitments. This will help to inform the department's overall approaches to public participation. Understanding how best to present our carbon budgets targets and the associated delivery plans to the public, alongside the wider net zero pathway, is also crucial to maintaining public support for the actions needed to remain on track for net zero. Research Aims and Questions 1) How much do the public understand about carbon, net zero, and related terms and do they want to increase their level of literacy? 2) Does the public want to be involved in the setting of carbon budgets and wider net zero policy development and what type of engagement would they want? 3) What kind of information and materials do the public need to understand the overall net zero transition?

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/413756db-dd30-4f4a-b817-f150436ea2f4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 13 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £69,907 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DESNZ |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VERIAN GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2024 at 09:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/413756db-dd30-4f4a-b817-f150436ea2f4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/413756db-dd30-4f4a-b817-f150436ea2f4
  30th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e04711ee-9826-40a2-9aa1-e9875619b0d0
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