Invitations to quote
ClimateXChange funds research in two ways:
- A call-down programme aimed at delivering responses to particular research questions via open procurement. Project requests are solicited in response to Scottish Government calls for ClimateXChange projects at several points in the year.
- Research fellows who work in universities and research institutes, and have individual work plans agreed with the relevant Scottish Government policy division.
In 2024-25, we have commissioned and managed more than 50 new and ongoing research projects, aiming to understand how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, how different sectors can adapt to a changing climate and how to create policies that are fair and make the most of Scotland’s assets.
Examples of previous work and impact can be found on our Published Research, Research fellowships and Impact case studies pages. Our step-by-step guide on best practice in responding to our invitations to quote for projects can be found on the page Tips for writing research proposals.
The University of Edinburgh Terms and Conditions of contract for services can be found at: Standard terms and conditions goods and services. These will be the terms and conditions which govern any resulting contract. Our data retention policy aligns with the University of Edinburgh data retention periods. Please note separate T&Cs for fellowships are available on request.
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Invitations to quote for research projects
“Just resilience”: Understanding the experiences of low-income households facing increasing climate disruption
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission research to explore how low-income households experience increasing climate disruption.
The notice for this tender can be found at: View Notice – Public Contracts Scotland
Please note – we are using PCS-Tender to carry out this procurement process. Please note this is a separate website and if you are not already registered, you will be required to do so.
Please visit the PCS-Tender website to express your interest in this Notice and access the tender documentation. Please search for Project Code 31778 under ITTs Open to All Suppliers and use the Search/Filter function, then the Project Code from the dropdown list. Please note that once you have expressed interest in the ITT it will move to your My ITTs area.
If you have already registered on Public Contracts Scotland and PCS-Tender and paired your accounts you can access PCS-Tender through your Public Contracts Scotland Control Panel.
For further information on using PCS -Tender or finding an ITT or PQQ on PCS -Tender, please visit Information and Support page – Supplier User Guides.
Submissions must be received by noon on Wednesday 3 June 2026.
Potential negative CO2 emissions from anaerobic digestion across whisky production in Scotland
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission research into potential carbon emission reduction of AD in the Scotch whisky sector, what the economically feasible by-products might be, and the strength of evidence on further downstream carbon savings.
Proposals need to be submitted by noon on Thursday 4th June 2026.
A review of the Scottish Landfill Tax
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission research to review the effectiveness of the Scottish Landfill Tax (SLfT). It will explore how effectively SLfT supports the Scottish Government’s environmental objectives in a changing policy landscape.
Proposals need to be submitted by noon on Friday 5th June 2026.
Comparative analysis for farming practices for climate change outcomes
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission a comprehensive comparative analysis of three agricultural approaches: precision farming, sustainable operating point and organic farming. The study will evaluate each approach in terms of financial performance, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and their suitability across Scotland’s key farming systems.
The notice for this tender can be found at: View Notice – Public Contracts Scotland
Please note – we are using PCS-Tender to carry out this procurement process. Please note this is a separate website and if you are not already registered, you will be required to do so.
Please visit the PCS-Tender website to express your interest in this Notice and access the tender documentation. Please search for Project Code 31809 under ITTs Open to All Suppliers and use the Search/Filter function, then the Project Code from the dropdown list. Please note that once you have expressed interest in the ITT it will move to your My ITTs area.
If you have already registered on Public Contracts Scotland and PCS-Tender and paired your accounts you can access PCS-Tender through your Public Contracts Scotland Control Panel.
For further information on using PCS -Tender or finding an ITT or PQQ on PCS -Tender, please visit Information and Support page – Supplier User Guides.
Submissions must be received by noon on Monday 8 June 2026.
Net Zero at home
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission research to set out Scotland’s household emissions and the associated household actions that could support progress towards Net Zero.
Proposals need to be submitted by noon on Tuesday 9th June 2026.
Feasibility of Nature-based solutions for flood risk on the NHS Estate
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission a feasibility study of the potential to integrate nature-based solutions (NbS) for addressing flood risk on the NHS Scotland estate.
The notice for this tender can be found at: View Notice – Public Contracts Scotland
Please note – we are using PCS-Tender to carry out this procurement process. Please note this is a separate website and if you are not already registered, you will be required to do so.
Please visit the PCS-Tender website to express your interest in this Notice and access the tender documentation. Please search for Project Code 31833 under ITTs Open to All Suppliers and use the Search/Filter function, then the Project Code from the dropdown list. Please note that once you have expressed interest in the ITT it will move to your My ITTs area.
If you have already registered on Public Contracts Scotland and PCS-Tender and paired your accounts you can access PCS-Tender through your Public Contracts Scotland Control Panel.
For further information on using PCS -Tender or finding an ITT or PQQ on PCS -Tender, please visit Information and Support page – Supplier User Guides.
Submissions must be received by noon on Thursday 11 June 2026.
Invitations to quote for research fellowships
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