Engineering and project services company Kent has won a framework contract to support the UK government’s energy transition.
Kent has been awarded a place on the government’s Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ) ENZPS framework to provide strategic advice, engineering expertise, project management, and environmental advice.
The ENZPS framework, which Kent will be part of, is valued at up to £250m and will be running for an initial two-year term, with an option to extend for a further two years.
Leveraging its digital tools and data-driven solutions, Kent will support the government in shaping and implementing policies, programmes, and projects to accelerate the UK’s transition to net zero.
Kent Consulting managing director Les Newman said: “We are delighted to have been selected to support DESNZ in advancing the UK’s energy transition.
“This award reinforces our expertise in delivering innovative, sustainable solutions across the energy sector.
“Our team is committed to providing strategic, integrated support that will drive meaningful progress towards the UK’s net-zero ambitions.”
Originally founded in Ireland in 1919 as a small family business, Kent is now a global operation with a team of 13,000 people.
The company says it brings “deep experience” in offshore wind and low carbon solutions as well as oil and gas, making it well-positioned to help the UK government navigate the challenges and opportunities of decarbonisation.
Working alongside government agencies, industry partners, and stakeholders, Kent will play a key role in optimising energy systems, enhancing sustainability, and ensuring energy security.