PPN 006 – Supporting You with Sustainable Procurement
Sustainability is becoming a core part of how the public sector chooses its suppliers. If your organisation bids for government contracts, understanding PPN 006 (formerly PPN 06/21) is now essential.
We help businesses make sense of the requirements and build practical, achievable plans that support both compliance and long-term carbon reduction.
What is PPN 006?
PPN 006 is a UK Government Procurement Policy Note designed to integrate sustainability into the procurement process for major public sector contracts. It sets out the requirements suppliers must meet – including preparing and publishing a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) – to demonstrate credible action on carbon reduction and alignment with the UK’s Net Zero strategy.
By following these requirements, organisations not only reduce their environmental impact but also remove a key barrier to accessing government-related contracts, particularly those valued at £5m per year or more, where compliance with PPN 006 is mandatory.
In practical terms, PPN 006 expects suppliers to:
- Measure and report greenhouse gas emissions across Scopes 1 and 2 and a defined subset of Scope 3
- Commit publicly to achieving Net Zero by 2050
- Identify actions already taken and planned to reduce emissions
- Publish a compliant Carbon Reduction Plan on their website
- Update the plan annually and ensure it has board-level approval
These elements are now standard components of many public sector tenders.
Our Services
We offer comprehensive support to help your organisation understand and implement the requirements of PPN 006, ensuring that your procurement processes and carbon reporting align with sustainability goals.
Scope 3 and Carbon Footprint Support
We work with you to understand and quantify the required subset of Scope 3 supply chain emissions and develop a complete carbon footprint for your organisation. Where data gaps exist, we help establish practical methods of estimation so your reporting remains robust and compliant
Carbon Reduction Plans (CRP)
We prepare full Carbon Reduction Plans in line with the government template, ensuring that all mandatory elements are included. This covers current emissions, existing reduction measures, future plans and your organisation’s formal commitment to Net Zero.
Training & Team Development
We provide training sessions and workshops to equip your team with the knowledge and confidence to implement PPN 006. This includes understanding carbon reporting, procurement considerations and how sustainability integrates into day-to-day operations
Monitoring & Ongoing Compliance
We help establish monitoring and measurement options, build internal processes that support annual updates and prepare your business for future changes to procurement policy or carbon reporting standards.
Why Choose Us?
Our consultants are well-versed in the intricacies of PPN 006 and bring a wealth of experience in sustainability reporting, carbon accounting, and public sector procurement.
We understand that every organisation is different, so our services are tailored to your specific industry, capability, and sustainability objectives.
We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality support and guidance, ensuring that your organization not only meets compliance standards but also excels in sustainability practices.
Take the Next Step
Are you ready to integrate sustainability into your procurement processes?
Contact us today to learn how we can help you effectively implement PPN 006 and enhance your sustainability initiatives.