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Procurement Policy Note (PPN 006): Carbon Reduction Plan
Looking to bid for public sector contracts? We help businesses create compliant carbon reduction plans that meet PPN 006 requirements, including reporting on emissions and demonstrating the actions you’re taking to reduce them.
Carbon reduction plans for PPN 006
Formerly known as PPN 06/21, Procurement Policy Note 006 (PPN 006) requires suppliers bidding for UK Central Government contracts to have a Carbon Reduction Plan in place. This plan must report greenhouse gas emissions, commit to achieving Net Zero by 2050, and demonstrate the actions suppliers are taking to reduce their carbon footprint.
Consultus Sustainability provide a fully managed CRP service, helping organisations develop a compliant, board-approved, and publication-ready Carbon Reduction Plan that supports both your procurement requirements and your wider sustainability goals.
Why work with us on your PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plan?
A good Carbon Reduction Plan is crucial to staying competitive in public sector procurement, so you need to work with a consultancy you can trust to get it right. At Consultus Sustainability, our team has years of experience creating sustainability, net zero, and carbon reduction plans for businesses of all shapes and sizes.
We keep up-to-date with the latest updates and regulations for PPN 006 and review and assess your compliance obligations. We then take care of the data collection, calculations, and evaluation to develop your publication-ready Carbon Reduction Plan. Stay compliant and competitive with Consultus Sustainability.
Who needs to create a PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plan?
Any supplier or business who wishes to compete for central government contracts over £5 million needs to have a PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plan in place.
PPN 006 is also relevant for businesses bidding for work with the NHS, where a compliant Carbon Reduction Plan is required regardless of contract size, in line with their Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment.
What's included in our PPN 006 CRP service?
Our fully managed service supports businesses with their Carbon Reduction Plan, ensuring full compliance with PPN 006.
Our service includes:
Review of PPN 006 requirements and compliance obligations
PPN 006 compliant, Carbon Reduction Plan development
Calculation of Scope 1, Scope 2 and required Scope 3 emissions
Assessment of existing carbon reduction initiatives
Development of Net Zero commitments and carbon reduction actions
Board-ready reporting and sign-off support
Publication guidance and annual update recommendations
Roadmap for annual updates and future improvements
Our Carbon Reduction Plan packages
We offer a variety of packages for PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plans so you can choose the solution that’s right for you.
PPN 006 CRP Compliance
Ideal for organisations requiring a compliant Carbon Reduction Plan for procurement purposes.
✓ Fully managed service
✓ Compliance review
✓ Scope 1,2 and 3 emissions calculations
✓ PPN 006 Compliant Carbon Reduction Plan development
✓ Board sign-off support
✓ Publication guidance
✓ Roadmap for annual updates
PPN 006 CRP + Net Zero Pathway
For organisations seeking procurement compliance alongside a longer-term Net Zero roadmap.
✓ Fully managed service
✓ Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions baseline assessment
✓ Reduction opportunity analysis
✓ PPN 006 Compliant Carbon Reduction Plan development
✓ Publication guidance
✓ Net Zero Pathway integration
✓ Strategic roadmap recommendations
“The key word is trust, not least because they understand our business and know our protocols: needing to gain board approval for certain expenses, for example. We have confidence in the quality of their work, and everything is fully auditable.”
– Graham Pugh
Rank Group
How do we create your carbon reduction plan for PPN 006?
We go through a number of stages to create your comprehensive carbon reduction plan. From reviewing and scoping, through to approval and publishing, our end-to-end service ensures your plan meets all the requirements for PPN 006.
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Review & scope
We confirm procurement requirements, reporting boundaries and data requirements.
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Collect & calculate
Emissions data is gathered and used to calculate Scope 1, 2 and required Scope 3 emissions.
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Assess & plan
Our team review existing carbon reduction activities and identify future opportunities.
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Prepare your Carbon Reduction Plan
Your compliant Carbon Reduction Plan is developed including Net Zero commitments and reduction measures.
05
Approve & publish
We support with board approval and provide guidance for publication and future updates.
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Next steps
If you’re serious about reaching Net Zero, we can turn your Carbon Reduction Plan into a full Net Zero Pathway.
Show your commitment with a Net Zero Pathway
Making a Carbon Reduction Plan and setting net zero commitments is a great start, but if you’re serious about achieveing those commitments, we can build on these foundations to create your bespoke Net Zero Pathway.
Our Net Zero Pathway service takes the insights from PPN 006 compliance, your carbon reduction plans, and your net zero commitments, and shapes them into a comprehensive and achievable strategy. Our team becomes an extension of yours, on hand to help implement your strategy and ready to answer any questions along the way. Find out more about reaching net zero in easy to manage steps.
The benefits of creating a PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plan
Choosing Consultus Sustainability to complete your PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plan unlocks a number of benefits for your business. Book your free discovery call to find out more.
Meet requirements and stay competitive
Be confident that your Carbon Reduction Plan meets PPN 006 procurement requirements, and strengthen tender submissions and competitive positioning.
Identify carbon and cost reduction opportunities
Find new cost-effective efficiency measures, reducing energy use and cutting carbon emissions, supported by expert analysis of your data.
Support long-term Net Zero and ESG goals
Establish clear baselines for future reporting, and create the foundations for wider net zero goals, demonstrating your commitment to sustainability.
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PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plan FAQs
Got a question about Procurement Policy Note (PPN 006) Carbon Reduction Plans? Check out our FAQs or reach out to our team for more help.
What is a PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP)?
Public Procurement Notice 006 or PPN 006 (formerly PPN 06/21) is a UK Government procurement requirement that requires suppliers bidding for certain Central Government contracts to publish a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) demonstrating their commitment to Net Zero by 2050 and reporting their carbon emissions.
Is PPN 006 CRP reporting mandatory?
A Carbon Reduction Plan is mandatory for suppliers bidding for eligible Central Government contracts with an anticipated value above £5 million per year. Organisations without a compliant CRP may be excluded from the procurement process.
When does PPN 006 CRP reporting start?
CRPs must be in place and publicly available at the point of tender submission for eligible contracts. Organisations are also expected to review and update their Carbon Reduction Plan annually.
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