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title: "REQUEST FOR QUOTE FOR THE PROVISION OF CARBON ASSESSMENTS AND CARBON REDUCTION PLANS FOR WINCHESTER DISTRICT BUSINESSES"
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# REQUEST FOR QUOTE FOR THE PROVISION OF CARBON ASSESSMENTS AND CARBON REDUCTION PLANS FOR WINCHESTER DISTRICT BUSINESSES

Buyer: WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b8105361-a104-4ce1-a4d0-e1dcd1be0b63

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## Summary

Winchester City Council has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Request for Quote for the Provision of Carbon Assessments and Carbon Reduction Plans for Winchester District Businesses". The tender, classified under "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV code 73000000), was an open procedure aimed at appointing a consultant to support carbon savings initiatives for businesses in the South East region of England. The procurement stage culminated in awarding the contract to Arthian on 1st September 2025. The contract runs until 17th March 2027, with initial carbon assessments required by 28th February 2026 and follow-up activities scheduled over the following year. The maximum budget for this contract was set at £20,000.

This contract offers significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in environmental sustainability, particularly those with expertise in carbon assessments and energy efficiency. With a focus on supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Winchester, organisations that can deliver practical and cost-effective carbon reduction strategies are well-suited for participation. The emphasis on tailored, actionable plans also opens doors for businesses capable of providing innovative solutions such as renewable energy options and carbon credits, fostering long-term engagements and community-centered partnerships. This initiative aligns with broader environmental goals, creating potential for firms to expand their footprint in the sustainable consultancy sector.

## Notice

Winchester City Council ("the council") is seeking to appoint a local consultant to work with businesses across the Winchester district to bring about measurable carbon savings. The consultant is required to conduct carbon assessments and produce tailored, practical and deliverable carbon reduction action plans, and follow on the measures installed, for each business completing an assessment. The council is looking for a consultant to: *provide direct tailored support for a number of small and medium enterprises across the Winchester district *calculate the existing carbon footprint for each business engaged *produce bespoke carbon reduction action plans, which will: a) identify interventions to reduce businesses energy consumption and transport emissions b) provide low carbon or renewable energy generation opportunities c) illustrate measures for carbon sequestration d) outline opportunities to purchase local carbon credits and e) summarise the overall forecasted potential carbon savings along with expected savings per action plan recommendation *signpost to funding available either through the council or external sources to facilitate the delivery of action plan interventions, for example solar panels, EV charging, retrofit etc *award businesses with the Carbon Footprint standard (if appropriate) *provide the council with a written report at the end of the contract including: a) businesses supported and how b) recommendations realised and the subsequent carbon savings made c) follow up evaluation of implementation of recommendations at six and 12 months including the number of measures installed d.) the carbon saving resulting from measures installed. e.) any plans/intentions to install measures and/or apply for funding and timescales for this. d) follow up at six and 12 months, recommendations yet to be realised and additional signposting shared e) a summary of the barrier's businesses have experienced which have prevented them from adopting certain recommendations The initial carbon assessments must be completed by 28 February 2026 with follow up activity at six month and twelve months following the initial assessments with all activity completed by February 2027. The maximum budget available is PS20,000 to include all fees and follow up activity. Please see the full specification attached. Contact details for this quotation Officer name: Suzanne Dixon Contact email address: sdixon@winchester.gov.uk Please send any clarification questions by 9am on 1 August 2025. All quotation response documents must be returned to the contact email address above by no later than 9am 11 August 2025. Bids received after this time will not be accepted.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/433fb12f-1a8c-463e-b563-541da2025782 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 17 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £16,500 |
| 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 | WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WINCHESTER |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 9LJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2026 at 10:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/433fb12f-1a8c-463e-b563-541da2025782
- 4 Aug 2025 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66e54ac2-6e8d-43ed-8164-b42005a0cb3e
- 1 Aug 2025 at 11:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66e54ac2-6e8d-43ed-8164-b42005a0cb3e
- 23 Jul 2025 at 09:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66e54ac2-6e8d-43ed-8164-b42005a0cb3e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/433fb12f-1a8c-463e-b563-541da2025782
  13th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66e54ac2-6e8d-43ed-8164-b42005a0cb3e
  4th August 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a55318f2-1023-4065-86de-7eea5e69f9f5
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e29f9f1f-b475-4b65-8986-683e993957db
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/381dc3be-061a-4bf1-a045-ee7aa7eac052

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