---
title: "GMCA 1631 Energy Modelling Requirement Scoping Research"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dfda"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2025-11-12"
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# GMCA 1631 Energy Modelling Requirement Scoping Research

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dfda

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## Summary

The procurement process for "GMCA 1631 Energy Modelling Requirement Scoping Research" was conducted by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority. This initiative is aimed at the discovery phase for creating the Advanced Digital Energy Planning Tool (ADEPT) as part of the region's strategy to meet the Greater Manchester 5-Year Environment Plan and achieve Net Zero by 2038. The procurement is classified under the services category within the research and development sector and took place in Manchester, UK. This contract was finalised at the award stage, with the direct procurement method being applied for consultancy services, without competition under the below-threshold directive. Key dates include the contract's commencement on 23rd October 2025, with its completion targeted for 1st March 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in energy consultancy and digital systems development, particularly those capable of contributing to low-carbon energy transition strategies. The project aligns with an overarching environmental agenda that firms with relevant expertise can leverage to boost their growth and reputation. Large-scale enterprises like ENERGY SYSTEMS CATAPULT LIMITED, who can execute comprehensive consultancy and development projects, are well-positioned to compete for such contracts. Engaging in this contract could catalyse further collaborations and visibility in the evolving digital energy landscape.

## Notice

To conduct the discovery phase for the Advanced Digital Energy Planning Tool (ADEPT) as part of GMCA's long-term commitment to deliver the ambitions set out in the Greater Manchester 5-Year Environment Plan and to achieve Net Zero by 2038. The concept of ADEPT is intended to connect and digitalise the region's data systems, supporting collaborative planning for the low carbon energy transition, carbon reduction, and economic development. Procurement route: 1 quote for consultancy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073291-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Oct 2025 - 1 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £24,999 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 6EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ENERGY SYSTEMS CATAPULT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2025 at 16:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073291-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073291-2025
  12th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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