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title: "GMCA 1791 Carbon Emissions Reduction Pathway"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060787"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-01-16"
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# GMCA 1791 Carbon Emissions Reduction Pathway

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060787

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has engaged in a procurement process titled "GMCA 1791 Carbon Emissions Reduction Pathway" aimed at providing consultancy services for developing emissions reduction trajectories through to 2038. This project, classified under research and development consultancy services, seeks to outline clear carbon emissions reduction pathways and corresponding cost projections. The limited competition process, compliant with the PA23 regulations, culminated in an award made on 16th January 2026. The project supports efforts in the area of environmental consultancy, specifically within a sub-central government framework, and the services are to be delivered within the United Kingdom. The contract period runs from the start of 2026 to the end of May 2026, with a gross value of £46,812. The documentation for this contract was published in January 2026.

This opportunity is ideal for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in emissions analysis and future-proofing strategies. The successful supplier, ARCADIS CONSULTING (UK) LIMITED, underscores the need for companies with a strong track record in consultancy within public sector frameworks. Enterprises with the capability to deliver scalable and innovative environmental solutions can leverage such procurement opportunities to bolster their public sector portfolio and expand their presence in sustainable development sectors. The project aligns with the broader regulatory requirements and strategic initiatives aimed at sustainability, presenting a promising prospect for growth-oriented consultancies.

## Notice

Project is a consultancy based project to provide GMCA with scope 1 and scope 2 emissions reductions trajectories through to 2038 based on existing data and projected contextual changes and planned investments by the organisation. Proposals will provide carbon emissions reduction trajectories as well as cost projections for projected pathways. Route to market was a 3 quote process in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003833-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £39,010 |

## 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 | ARCADIS CONSULTING (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2026 at 11:55 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003833-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003833-2026
  16th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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