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External Support for the assessment of RAPID's Accelerated Gate 1 Submissions

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)

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19 Jan 2021 at 12:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) has completed a procurement process for "External Support for the assessment of RAPID's Accelerated Gate 1 Submissions." This contract falls under the general management consultancy services sector and was active in the United Kingdom, specifically in Birmingham and London. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with bids submitted up until 27th August 2020. The contract, valued at £169,889, commenced on 14th September 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in management consultancy. Businesses that are adept in project management, evaluation frameworks, and risk assessment would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract allows firms to work closely with Ofwat's project team, thereby enhancing their reputation and expanding their experience within the UK water regulatory sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

External Support for the assessment of RAPID's Accelerated Gate 1 Submissions

Notice Description

External Support for the assessment of RAPID's Accelerated Gate 1 Submissions (PROC.01.0665) 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. The Contractor will have access to the submissions supported by a number of appendices and will be working as part of structured assessment team. The assessment will be carried out using a proportionate and risk based approach using a framework that incorporates assessment criteria supported by a number of tests. We will provide training on the assessment framework, criteria and outcomes prior to the work commencing. To ensure consistency in assessment we have developed a structured evaluation template which covers: Assessment of completeness and quality of the submission based on 5 quality criteria underpinned by assessment challenges1 The extent of delivery incentive and penalty that may apply to submissions that do not meet these criteria Identification of remedial actions that would influence the assessment at the next gate and the extent of penalties applied Decision on whether further funding should be allowed for the solution to progress The contractor must complete the evaluation pro forma and provide an accompanying commentary setting out the key findings, issues and risks drawn out from their assessment. The Contractor will be responsible for undertaking the analysis and prepare a report to a standard sufficient to be included as part of our formal recommendations. This would be in a form agreed with RAPID in advance. This work will require the Contractor to undertake detailed analysis, working closely with and under the direction of our project team. The Contractor is not expected to present to external stakeholders or act on our behalf with stakeholders. Any internal or external presentation of the assessment will remain with us, but the Contractor may be required to contribute where necessary. Additional information: For further information, please contact procurement@ofwat.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-15baf449-35dc-4a87-b4b4-665abc3ea9e1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bbc0824-cd30-40f2-b7c3-498fedc1493b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£169,889 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£169,889 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
13 Sep 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOTT MACDONALD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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