Scope
Reference
prj_5861
Description
DESNZ is seeking to procure a supplier(s) to deliver a research programme to build the policy-relevant evidence base for adaptation action in the built environment to enable a building stock and built environment more resilient to future climate hazards.
It will include research on:
Adaptation metrics and indicators for the built environment
Quantifying effectiveness of adaptation retrofits for buildings
Identify opportunities to embed resilience in our built environment while we decarbonise.
Mapping out adaptation pathways for the built environment.
Understanding role of nature-based and urban planning solutions.
Learning from international best practice to inform UK evidence and policy design.
The programme will focus on building the required evidence base, translating existing evidence alongside new analysis and data collection and modelling to support adaptation action in the built environment. A knowledge transfer and integration work package will provide agile policy support, and facilitate co-development of outputs.
The programme will require expertise on climate risk and adaptation in the built environment, and should take a multi-disciplinary approach to consider implications for energy, built environment, public health, and economic factors. Methods could include literature reviews, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, field trial design and analysis, building simulation, spatial analysis, predictive scenario modelling, and knowledge integration and dissemination.
DESNZ anticipates a consortium of suppliers will be needed to cover the breadth of skills required, which may include professional expertise in building services engineering, civil engineering architecture, surveying, planning, public health, economics, climate science, behavioural science, data science, and GIS.
Outputs will likely include reports, data and models, interactive decision support tools, case studies, teach-ins, and on-call briefings and scientific support. Key outputs will be published on gov.uk. The research and outputs will be co-designed with policy focal points to ensure policy relevance and will have built-in flexibility to respond to emerging policy needs.
Total value (estimated)
- £3,135,000 excluding VAT
- £3,762,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 27 March 2026 to 31 March 2030
- 4 years, 5 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services
- 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services
- 71351611 - Climatology services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
9 January 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
6 February 2026, 3:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
How to Apply
DESNZ will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement.
To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier.
If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/.
Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the Jaggaer ITT reference number ITT_2406
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
6 March 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Understanding of the Requirement | Quality |
| Methodology & Approach | Quality |
| Skills, Resource & Project Management | Quality |
| Knowledge Transfer, Dissemination & Upskilling | Quality |
| Social Value | Quality |
| Field Trials in Existing Monitored Homes | Quality |
| Pricing Schedule | Price |
| Costs and Budegtary Control | Quality |
Weighting description
The award criteria will be based on the most advantageous tender (MAT) using a Price per Quality Point (PQP) model, which assesses the quantitative relationship between the Supplier's quality score and price. For specific weightings of each Criterion please refer to the ITT document.
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDHQ-2163-WYMH
55 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2HP
United Kingdom
Contact name: Bernadette Hughes
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government