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title: "ORE/22/077 - Lifecycle Assessment Methodology for Carbon Emissions in Offshore Wind"
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# ORE/22/077 - Lifecycle Assessment Methodology for Carbon Emissions in Offshore Wind

Buyer: OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c2b18e96-059b-4bda-9496-d113da4cb44e

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## Summary

The OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT has concluded an award process for the tender titled "ORE/22/077 - Lifecycle Assessment Methodology for Carbon Emissions in Offshore Wind" in the services category. The tender, valued at GBP 59,000, had a procurement method of open procedure and a contract period spanning from April 17, 2023, to August 28, 2023. The main objective of this tender was to develop a tailored life cycle assessment methodology for offshore wind projects in the UK, with the buying organisation based in Blyth, England.

This awarded tender offers opportunities primarily suited for businesses providing technical analysis or consultancy services in the renewable energy sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this opportunity particularly appealing. Businesses interested in environmental sustainability, offshore renewable energy, or carbon emissions analysis are well-placed to compete in this tender, contributing to industry advancements while expanding their market presence.

## Notice

The project will be split into two parts: Phase 1 and Phase 2. This tender is for Phase 1 only but Phase 2 is outlined for overall context only. Phase 1 Objectives; * Review current LCA methodologies within industries to identify methodologies, approaches and tools suited to the offshore renewable industry; * Develop a standard taxonomy based around main project life cycle phases (e.g., raw material extraction, manufacture, distribution and transport, operations and maintenance, disposal, and recycling) and the key components / technologies/ phases of an offshore wind project; * Develop a tailored LCA methodology, including guidance for application, to offshore wind projects in the UK; Phase 2 Objectives * Assess several applicable UK offshore wind case studies using methodology from Phase 1; * Develop modelled tool capable of assessing full lifecycle emissions. * Assessment of case study results and CO2 reduction opportunities, using modelled tool for industry use.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01962710-2285-4f2e-ba91-e89b3162dfca |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Apr 2023 |
| Contract period | 16 Apr 2023 - 28 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £59,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,000 |
| 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 | OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT |
| Locality | BLYTH |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE24 1LZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | Croft |
| Westminster constituency | Blyth and Ashington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Apr 2023 at 12:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01962710-2285-4f2e-ba91-e89b3162dfca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01962710-2285-4f2e-ba91-e89b3162dfca
  18th April 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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