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title: "The University's commitment is to reach Net Zero by 2035, using the Science Based Target Initiatives methodology. This means that carbon emissions must be reduced by more than 90% across Scopes 1, 2 and 3. The aim of this tender exercise is to procure expert advice and consultancy services that will contribute to a new Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, which in turn will form a key pillar of all future decarbonisation activity at the University. This tender will be for advisory services, as well as system modelling and design. The key deliverables are professional advice and recommendations to support the Sustainability Team's objective to create a Net Zero Strategic"
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# The University's commitment is to reach Net Zero by 2035, using the Science Based Target Initiatives methodology. This means that carbon emissions must be reduced by more than 90% across Scopes 1, 2 and 3. The aim of this tender exercise is to procure expert advice and consultancy services that will contribute to a new Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, which in turn will form a key pillar of all future decarbonisation activity at the University. This tender will be for advisory services, as well as system modelling and design. The key deliverables are professional advice and recommendations to support the Sustainability Team's objective to create a Net Zero Strategic

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7876ba64-e0a1-4372-95ec-8d3484b27e91

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## Summary

The University of Sussex has awarded a contract to Aecom Ltd for expert advice and consultancy services to help achieve a Net Zero by 2035. This initiative is based on the Science Based Target Initiatives methodology to significantly reduce carbon emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3. The services will include system modelling, design, and the creation of a Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, which will be crucial for the University’s future decarbonisation activities. The procurement falls under the industry category of Technical Planning Services and Business Management Consultancy, with a total contract value of GBP £351,013. The contract started on 1st July 2024 and will end on 31st December 2024. The procurement method was a restricted procedure, indicating a selective process above the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in sustainability consultancy, technical planning, and system design. SMEs are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement process is supportive of small and medium enterprises. Consulting firms with expertise in environmental sustainability, business strategy, and advanced technical planning will find this contract particularly suited to their skills and services. Businesses capable of delivering actionable and clear pathways to Net Zero, with a focus on innovative and efficient design, will benefit from the opportunity to contribute to an impactful environmental and strategic initiative at a leading educational institution.

## Notice

The University's commitment is to reach Net Zero by 2035, using the Science Based Target Initiatives methodology. This means that carbon emissions must be reduced by more than 90% across Scopes 1, 2 and 3. The aim of this tender exercise is to procure expert advice and consultancy services that will contribute to a new Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, which in turn will form a key pillar of all future decarbonisation activity at the University. This tender will be for advisory services, as well as system modelling and design. The key deliverables are professional advice and recommendations to support the Sustainability Team's objective to create a Net Zero Strategic Pathway Report, and the subsequent action plan for the University's Sustainability Programme. The overall outputs of the consultancy period and strategy creation process, is to provide a thorough, actionable and unambiguous pathway to Net Zero. It is intended that the need for further surveys and planning will be minimised.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94d06e15-7a6d-4ea3-b360-5a01037a45fb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £351,013 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX |
| Locality | BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AECOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 71356400 - Technical planning services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
- 79418000 - Procurement consultancy services
- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 12 Sep 2024 at 09:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94d06e15-7a6d-4ea3-b360-5a01037a45fb
- 12 Mar 2024 at 10:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6a8e045-ebf4-4647-9c93-dcc8d7e07c1b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94d06e15-7a6d-4ea3-b360-5a01037a45fb
  12th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6a8e045-ebf4-4647-9c93-dcc8d7e07c1b
  12th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
  University of Sussex e-tendering Portal

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