Regenerative Schools Pilot - Innovation Lead
Buyer: Department for Education
- Published
- 22 September 2026
- Estimated value
- £3,393,299
- Place of performance
- UK
- Procedure
- Open procedure
- Lots
- 1
- Notice number
- 089858-2026
- Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-066907
- Official source
- Official source
CPV codes
- 71000000Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71313000Environmental engineering consultancy services
- 71500000Construction-related services
- 71530000Construction consultancy services
- 71540000Construction management services
- 73000000Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000Research and experimental development services
- 73110000Research services
Description
As part of the Regenerative Schools Programme, the Department intends to award two separate contracts for the Innovation Lead and Academic Adviser roles. These organisations will produce feasibility studies, research the building materials and techniques required to produce ultra-low-carbon school buildings and develop 6 standard designs. In March 2027, the Department plans to appoint a contractor to deliver the works, using the materials and methods specified by the Innovation Lead and Academic Adviser. This Contract Award Notice is for the Innovation Lead. The Innovation Lead The Innovation Lead will serve as the Department’s primary technical partner, guiding the programme from its earliest feasibility work through to the delivery of completed buildings. This work will include developing an understanding of each school site, identifying opportunities for nature-led retrofit, and delivering 6 standardised concept designs for new single and dual external classroom pods, ultra-low-carbon buildings that meet demanding embodied carbon targets. The Innovation Lead will explore and develop a range of regenerative material strategies, produce clear and accessible design material, and pr…
Awards
| Awarded to | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Arcadis Consulting (UK) Limited | £3,393,299 | 18 September 2026 |
Official publications
- FTS · 089858-2026 · 22 September 2026
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