--- title: "Carbon Emissions Baselining and Science-Based Target Setting Consultancy" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-03" --- # Carbon Emissions Baselining and Science-Based Target Setting Consultancy Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445.json) ## Summary Argyll and Bute Council has initiated a procurement process to acquire consultancy services for Carbon Emissions Baselining and Science-Based Target Setting. The tender, titled "Carbon Emissions Baselining and Science-Based Target Setting Consultancy," falls under the industry category of general public services, with a focus on reducing carbon emissions. The consultancy services will support the development of the Council's Net Zero Route Map (NZRM) aimed at achieving net zero emissions. Located in Lochgilphead, UK, the Council seeks submissions via the electronic submission process by 28th February 2025. The contract award is set to commence immediately thereafter. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consulting, carbon footprint analysis, and sustainability planning. Companies with expertise in developing science-based targets and carbon emissions baselining are well-positioned to compete. The initiative aligns with growing market demand for environmental and sustainability services, making it an attractive proposition for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector. The project is ideal for firms capable of providing detailed analysis and strategic planning in support of ambitious climate action goals set by local authorities. ## Notice Argyll and Bute Council (A&BC) is committed to addressing the climate emergency by reducing its carbon footprint and achieving net zero emissions. As part of this commitment, A&BC is developing a Net Zero Route Map (NZRM) to guide its decarbonisation efforts. To provide a robust foundation for this plan, the Council requires consultancy services to establish a comprehensive carbon emissions baseline and develop science-based targets (SBTs). The primary aim of this commission is to equip Argyll and Bute Council with the data and targets necessary to drive its net zero ambitions. This will involve establishing a detailed understanding of the Council's current carbon emissions and setting ambitious, yet achievable targets based on scientific principles. These outputs will directly inform the NZRM and provide a framework for ongoing monitoring and action. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Argyll and Bute Council (A&BC) is committed to addressing the climate emergency by reducing its carbon footprint and achieving net zero emissions. As part of this commitment, A&BC is developing a Net Zero Route Map (NZRM) to guide its decarbonisation efforts. To provide a robust foundation for this plan, the Council requires consultancy services to establish a comprehensive carbon emissions baseline and develop science-based targets (SBTs). The primary aim of this commission is to equip Argyll and Bute Council with the data and targets necessary to drive its net zero ambitions. This will involve establishing a detailed understanding of the Council's current carbon emissions and setting ambitious, yet achievable targets based on scientific principles. These outputs will directly inform the NZRM and provide a framework for ongoing monitoring and action. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523009 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL | | Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA31 8RT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Argyll and Bute | | Electoral ward | Mid Argyll | | Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber | | Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services ## Release History - 3 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523009 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB523009&idx=1 3rd February 2025 - ITT - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523009 Carbon Emissions Baselining and Science-Based Target Setting Consultancy - Argyll and Bute Council (A&BC) is committed to addressing the climate emergency by reducing its carbon footprint and achieving net zero emissions. As part of this commitment, A&BC is developing a Net Zero Route Map (NZRM) to guide its decarbonisation efforts. To provide a robust foundation for this plan, the Council requires consultancy services to establish a comprehensive carbon emissions baseline and develop science-based targets (SBTs). The primary aim of this commission is to equip Argyll and Bute Council with the data and targets necessary to drive its net zero ambitions. This will involve establishing a detailed understanding of the Council's current carbon emissions and setting ambitious, yet achievable targets based on scientific principles. These outputs will directly inform the NZRM and provide a framework for ongoing monitoring and action. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=789445 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000789445.json.