Tender

Strengthening the enabling environment for accelerated decarbonisation of India's Energy Sector

PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

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Tender

08 Sep 2025 at 10:19

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, organised by Palladium International Limited, seeks to solidify the framework for the rapid decarbonisation of India's energy sector. This tender, titled "Strengthening the enabling environment for accelerated decarbonisation of India's Energy Sector", is classified under the CPV code 09000000 for energy-related services and includes additional classifications such as research, development, and business services. The tender is located in India, with key dates including the end of the tender period on 20th October 2025, and an anticipated contract start date of 24th November 2025, lasting until the end of 2026. The procurement is at the 'tender' stage, using an open procedure method above the threshold, indicating broad potential participation.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities by inviting suppliers with expertise in areas like undersea grid interconnectors, energy storage projects, grid modernisation, and carbon markets to engage in a substantial project valued at £900,000. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) have been highlighted as suitable contenders, encouraging diverse participation. Enterprises with backgrounds in technical consultancy, energy solutions, and related services should consider applying, as the project aligns well with the pressing energy transition needs in India and offers a platform for showcasing technical innovation and capability in global energy markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strengthening the enabling environment for accelerated decarbonisation of India's Energy Sector

Notice Description

India needs to scale up its energy supply quickly to support its growth and development plans. At the same time, the Indian government has committed to accelerate its energy transition, setting targets such as 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy and a 45% reduction in emissions intensity by 2030, energy independence by 2047 and net zero by 2070. This Request for Quotation (RfQ) addresses the energy sector priorities agreed at the fourth UK-India Energy Dialogue (February 2025) and will deliver the themes under the Climate and Clean Energy pillar of India-UK Vision 2035. This RfQ is seeking a supplier to support and provide technical assistance to the following areas: 1. Undersea grid interconnectors 2. Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) 3. Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) 4. Grid modernisation and effective operations 5. Carbon markets 6. Offshore wind Interested suppliers/consortia are encouraged to review the RfQ documentation and submit your proposal in accordance with the instructions above by the Close Date and Time. This RFQ includes the following materials: Schedule 1 - Terms of Reference Schedule 2 - Instructions for submission Schedule 3 - Terms and Conditions Annex I - RFQ Response Form Annex II - Budget and workplan template Annex III - DUM Brochure

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3f3d83-0157-4bca-9532-65dc1ba4d825
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 1-2 years
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
PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
expertdeployments@ukpact.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8LZ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

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