Tender

PROC.01.0665 - External support for the assessment of RAPID's accelerated gate one submissions

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)

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06 Aug 2020 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) is currently conducting a tender (PROC.01.0665) for external support in assessing accelerated submissions from water companies under the RAPID programme. This procurement is categorised under general management consultancy services, with an emphasis on environmental engineering consultancy. The tender, valued at £120,000, is set to conclude on 27 August 2020, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 9 September 2020 and run until 31 March 2021. The delivery addresses are located in the West Midlands and London, United Kingdom, and the procurement method follows an open procedure below the designated threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in environmental and management consulting. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. Businesses with expertise in regulatory compliance, project assessment, and consultancy services in the water sector are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could enhance their visibility and client portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PROC.01.0665 - External support for the assessment of RAPID's accelerated gate one submissions

Notice Description

Resourcing for the RAPID gated assessment submissions from water companies. This work will consist of a desk-based assessment of each of the received submissions and appended documentation. It will support the development of RAPID's recommendations and Ofwat's final decisions. Key tasks include: Assessment of submissions Report to support recommendations Review of representations Post Assessment & Review Support (Call-off terms) Minimum support requirements 1 Consultant per submission (3-4 submissions expected) 2 Consultants to review the assessments and Quality Assure the reports NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=219941. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0b90b5d2-a4eb-4470-a098-95e170715b61
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/360f69a3-2cb5-4aca-b1e5-6f210165b073
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Sep 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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