Support the development of the Ceramics Industry Support Scheme (CISS)

The Department for Business and Trade has awarded contract CR_5546 to Lucideon Limited to provide specialist support for the development of the Ceramics Industry Support Scheme (CISS). This grant funding intervention is designed to assist the UK ceramics sector in reducing energy consumption, lowering carbon emissions, improving productivity, and enhancing long-term competitiveness. The primary objective of the engagement is to inform the final design of the scheme and establish an evidence-based, proportionate application and assessment process that remains accessible to businesses of all sizes, including micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. The contract was procured below threshold without competition for a total value of 99,750 pounds excluding VAT. The period of performance is short-term, running from October 6, 2026, to November 30, 2026. This initiative falls under the NAICS code 541611 for administrative management and general management consulting services.