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title: "ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH"
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# ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH

Buyer: NATIONAL HERITAGE MEMORIAL FUND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-efe5ce47-6de6-49b5-aa89-2a3085d3192a

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## Summary

The National Heritage Memorial Fund is seeking proposals for an Environmental Sustainability Research project, identified as tender NHMF 294. This initiative aligns with the Fund's commitment to achieving net-zero operations by 2030 and is part of broader efforts to tackle climate change. The procurement process is currently open with an end date for submissions set at midday on 14th October 2021. The contract, valued at up to £90,000 (including VAT), will commence on 22nd November 2021 and is anticipated to conclude by 30th November 2022. The research will be conducted across four countries in the United Kingdom and is classified primarily under research consultancy services, with a secondary focus on environmental services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in research consultancy and environmental services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the Fund's commitment to inclusivity. This contract is structured in two phases, with the potential for significant follow-on work based on the initial research findings. Firms able to demonstrate expertise in sustainability practices and environmental governance will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

## Notice

Through our corporate strategy we have identified "playing our part in tackling climate change" as one of our five key outcomes. We have committed to become net-zero by 2030 for our operations (Office operation and business travel) The Fund wants to improve its environmental sustainability with the aim to reaching net-zero at a pace aligned to the Inter-governmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) recommendations for limiting warming to 1.5@C above pre-industrial levels. This applies to all areas of The Fund's work (see Appendix 2 for scope of research) in all four countries including: * Business Delivery * Business Services * Business Innovation and Insight * The Investments * The National Heritage Memorial Fund The Fund's reporting to date aligns to the Greening Government Commitments and can be found in our Annual Report and Accounts. Information on the number and value of The Fund's investments since 2013 are available on the open data section of the website and is also available on 360 giving. See Appendix 3 for data on grant giving over the last three financial years. This research project will provide the foundation for our environmental sustainability strategy. We will use the outputs outlined to inform our action plan and engage internal and external stakeholder. The baseline data will help us to set measurable targets and establish governance. Up to PS25,000 (including VAT) for the Phase One (end March), with a possibility of extending for an additional 8 months (Phase Two). The total amount available over 12months will be PS90,000 (inc VAT). Phases outlined in the Methodology. A FULL DESCRIPTION IS ATTACHED IN THE BRIEF DOCUMENT. Your tender proposals must be sent electronically via e-mail before the tender return deadline of Midday 14th October 2021 to the following contact: Diane LaRosa - Bii.Admin@heritagefund.org.uk PLEASE ASK FOR CONFIRMATION OF YOUR TENDER RESPONSE BEING RECEIVED BY THE NHMF. Additional information: PLEASE NOTE THIS REQUIREMENT IS IN TWO PHASES PHASE 1 IS VALUED AT PS25000 INCLUDING VAT AND IS INTENDED TO COMPLETE ON THE 31ST MARCH 2022. THE NHMF SOLEY AT THEIR DESCRETION MAY CONTINUE TO PHASE 2. PHASE 2 EXTENTION INCREASES THE CONTRACT TO THE VALUE OF PS90000 INCLUDING VAT AND IS INTENDED TO COMPLETE ON THE 30TH NOVEMBER 2022.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/418a67f4-0317-4587-89c5-d27111b1a11e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Nov 2021 - 30 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL HERITAGE MEMORIAL FUND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E1W 1UN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | St Katharine's & Wapping |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 90700000 - Environmental services

## Release History

- 28 Sep 2021 at 12:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/418a67f4-0317-4587-89c5-d27111b1a11e
- 28 Sep 2021 at 12:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/418a67f4-0317-4587-89c5-d27111b1a11e
- 28 Sep 2021 at 10:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/418a67f4-0317-4587-89c5-d27111b1a11e
- 9 Sep 2021 at 08:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/418a67f4-0317-4587-89c5-d27111b1a11e
- 9 Sep 2021 at 08:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/418a67f4-0317-4587-89c5-d27111b1a11e
- 9 Sep 2021 at 08:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/418a67f4-0317-4587-89c5-d27111b1a11e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/418a67f4-0317-4587-89c5-d27111b1a11e
  28th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0416fcc1-92f1-429c-a8d6-b14a6bcf279a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c39a2727-7350-4c22-b667-c4da558085c2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8fc822f9-39c9-4af9-b2c6-49cad4af33b1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8d9416fa-af25-4ec9-bd60-14875c125333
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c2d46728-2235-4b62-a27e-53e773babff2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/93d2f5b6-4faf-467f-99d3-fc8cec9c2318
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b51a62b0-ee23-4ab2-9a22-6bdd5058654b
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7f4d3570-0e77-4d62-9320-04bae44d1f78

## Notice URLs

- https://www.heritagefund.org.uk/

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