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title: "CR20120 Net Zero in the North East Regional Transition Impacts"
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# CR20120 Net Zero in the North East Regional Transition Impacts

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d0d5ef93-cd0b-49c6-8e18-757c45c087b4

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "CR20120 Net Zero in the North East Regional Transition Impacts" was awarded by UK Shared Business Services Limited, focusing on research and consultancy services related to the transition to Net Zero. The contract, which amounts to £109,949, addresses evidence gaps necessary for a sustainable transition impacting local economies. This procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period commenced on 14 December 2020 and extends until 22 November 2021, with the tender phase concluding on 27 November 2020.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in research and development, particularly those specialising in environmental services and economic consultancy. Businesses that understand regional economic dynamics and have capabilities in policy development can effectively harness this contract to contribute to crucial sustainability initiatives. Engaging in such projects may help these businesses expand their portfolio and enhance their visibility within the public sector market.

## Notice

***THIS IS NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION**** This contract has been awarded against Crown Commercial Services Research Marketplace DPS. The research aims to address an evidence gap crucial to help smooth the transition to Net Zero, by minimising its potential negative impacts and maximising its opportunities on local economies. By establishing a methodological approach to understanding the risks and opportunities at the regional level, the research will play a key role in informing policy development both at the national and local level.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c033a43-fae1-4e54-8289-180c6033fc45 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2020 - 22 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £109,949 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £206,624 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| 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 | 2 |
| Supplier names | PRICE WATERHOUSE COOPERS; PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

## Release History

- 20 May 2021 at 07:54 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c033a43-fae1-4e54-8289-180c6033fc45
- 20 Jan 2021 at 08:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c033a43-fae1-4e54-8289-180c6033fc45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c033a43-fae1-4e54-8289-180c6033fc45
  20th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2a10932d-9151-4814-9b4c-b89491a634a5
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/950a8a50-9738-49a7-8d0c-5b292e2f348d
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f130fcf5-c41e-4ceb-96c7-4739f6652b6f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/87d3c8f8-a0dc-4647-8380-9f3bf59fa07a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0faf0549-100d-4b55-a2e5-ccfcf8cc0533
  Contract variation

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

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