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title: "Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29)"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE"
published: "2025-04-30"
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# Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000788045

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde, a body governed by public law and classified under the education sector, has successfully completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29)". This significant undertaking was conducted through an open procedure in the services category. The primary location for delivery is Glasgow, UK, specifically at the University of Strathclyde's site. Initially planned with a Prior Information Notice on 16 January 2025, the formal tender was released on 11 February 2025, and the procurement process reached the award stage on 30 April 2025. The signing of the contract took place on 29 April 2025, with an estimated value of £7,040,000.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in carbon allowance trading and related consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in managing environmental schemes and risk strategies. The open procedure allowed bids from various suppliers, and Redshaw Advisors Ltd was awarded the contract. With the industry moving towards more sustainable practices, businesses that can offer unique insights, comprehensive market analysis, and strategic hedging solutions are ideal candidates for similar future opportunities. This contract not only supports the University's sustainability goals but also provides growth potential for SMEs in the environmental services sector, as evidenced by the predominance of SME bids and the final successful appointment of such a bidder.

## Notice

The University of Strathclyde has awarded a Contract for the Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29) (UOS-35556-2025).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Strathclyde has awarded a Contract for the Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29) (UOS-35556-2025).

Options: In line with 72 - Modification of Contracts During their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases.

Renewal: The contract duration is 24-months, with the option to extend for up to an additional two 12-month periods. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to utilise the extension periods at its discretion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529259 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Yes, it is envisaged that when this contract comes to an end that the Contracting Authority will tender this requirement again - a Contract Notice is expected to be published in c. Jan / Feb 2029. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,040,000 |
| Lots value | £7,040,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £7,040,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1XU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REDSHAW ADVISORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 71314000 - Energy and related services
- 71314200 - Energy-management services
- 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services
- 79223000 - Custom broker services
- 90731210 - Purchase of CO2 emission credits

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529259
- 11 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523616
- 16 Jan 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521969

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521969
  Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29) - This Prior Information Notice (PIN) relates to the appointment of a Service Provider for the Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29) (UOS-35556-2025) at the University of Strathclyde.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523616
  Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29) - The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a Contract for the Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29) (UOS-35556-2025).
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529259
  Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29) - The University of Strathclyde has awarded a Contract for the Purchase of UK Allowances (UKA) in Accordance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) (2025-29) (UOS-35556-2025).

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
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- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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