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title: "School Sustainability Support, Action on Carbon and Energy in Schools (ACES) programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0586d2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# School Sustainability Support, Action on Carbon and Energy in Schools (ACES) programme

Buyer: OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0586d2

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## Summary

On 3rd March 2026, Oxfordshire County Council awarded a contract to Chamberlains Aqua & Energy Systems Ltd. for the 'School Sustainability Support, Action on Carbon and Energy in Schools (ACES) programme.' This procurement process concluded under the open competition method, targeting services related to environmental consultancy for schools to aid in carbon emission reduction. Located in Oxford, the council engaged a sub-central government public authority to facilitate this initiative. The initial contract is scheduled from 3rd March 2026 to 2nd March 2027, with potential for a 12-month extension. The procurement falls under the Sewage, refuse, cleaning, and environmental services category and continues to build upon previous groundwork by Oxfordshire County Council.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities, especially for consultancies focusing on sustainable practices and environmental services. Given the nature of the work, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in energy management could find this contract particularly advantageous. The project's emphasis on sustainability consultancy to Oxfordshire schools presents a chance for businesses adept in climate change education and engagement strategies to significantly contribute. Businesses with a strong track record in reducing energy costs and emissions through innovative approaches will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The partnership with Oxfordshire County Council could solidify a firm’s reputation in environmental consultancy and foster further collaborations in public sector projects.

## Notice

Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) is seeking to procure a sustainability support service for schools, continuing and building on the Action on Carbon and Energy in Schools (ACES) programme. Provision of consultancy to schools in Oxfordshire to help them understand climate change. Engagement with OCC schools in order for them to reduce carbon emissions and energy cost.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019232-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | 22 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2026 - 2 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000 |
| Awards value | £38,600 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX1 1ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Osney & St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHAMBERLAINS AQUA & ENERGY SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 18:04 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019232-2026
- 1 Oct 2025 at 13:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061389-2025
- 13 Aug 2025 at 09:46 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048312-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019232-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061389-2025
  1st October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048312-2025
  13th August 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://sebp.due-north.com/
  To access the tender documents, please register on the e-tendering portal using this link: https://sebp.due-north.com/ Then, search for the tender reference DN786676 to view and download the documents.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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