---
title: "Pathway to Net Zero Research"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05fbd2"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MERSEYSIDE WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-12-22"
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# Pathway to Net Zero Research

Buyer: MERSEYSIDE WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fbd2

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Merseyside Waste Disposal Authority involves a contract titled "Pathway to Net Zero Research" within the research consultancy industry, specifically focusing on pathways to decarbonisation and net zero strategies. The procurement activity, located in Liverpool, United Kingdom (UKD72), has proceeded to the award stage with a direct procurement method due to the specialised nature of the work and the engagement of a sole supplier, chosen without a competitive tender due to being below the financial threshold. While the tender has already reached a "complete" status, the award phase is pending with a scheduled future signature date of 5th January 2026. The contract is set to commence on 5th June 2026 and conclude by 1st September 2026. The awarded company will be conducting its services under the main procurement category of "services" with a gross value of £9,996.

This tender presents compelling opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy services related to environmental sustainability and decarbonisation pathways. Companies, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), that possess expertise in developing strategic scenarios for achieving net zero emissions could benefit from participating in similar future procurement activities. Such businesses will find opportunities to demonstrate their capability in influencing legislative impacts and contributing to significant service developments. Engaging in this contract allows for the potential to forge a reputable position within the sector, leveraging specialised knowledge to guide strategic environmental advancements.

## Notice

Direct award due to specialised nature and sole supplier. To understand the potential impacts of critical decisions and legislation and service developments that could have an impact on our pathway to Net Zero. Through utilising external support to generate a decarbonisation trajectory with a range of scenario pathways.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085514-2025 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Jun 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,330 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MERSEYSIDE WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2025 at 15:37 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085514-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085514-2025
  22nd December 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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