Tender

Expert methodological input to support DECC's assessment supplier-led trials of Smart Meter

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) seeking expertise through a tender titled "Expert methodological input to support DECC’s assessment supplier-led trials of Smart Meter." This opportunity falls within the services category, specifically under the broader industry of energy, and is located in London, United Kingdom. Currently at the Tender stage, the deadline for submissions is 12:00 on 13th January 2016, with a contract start date set for 21st January 2016 and completion required by 20th January 2017. The total value of the contract is approximately £60,350, with a minimum value of £17,850, and the procurement method has been classified as 'Other.'

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in energy efficiency research, trial methodologies, and data analysis. Companies with experience in developing research designs to evaluate the impact of energy consumption would be particularly well-suited for this contract. SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) that can demonstrate expertise in evidence generation from energy-related trials could greatly benefit from participating in this procurement process, as the contract requires delivering high-quality guidance and assessments that align with DECC's regulatory objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expert methodological input to support DECC's assessment supplier-led trials of Smart Meter

Notice Description

DECC requires trials expertise to support assessment of supplier led trials of alternatives to In-Home-Displays provided alongside Smart Meter installations. The contract includes the delivery of trials guidance and call-off expert review of trial proposals. DECC recently consulted on regulatory changes to allow suppliers to carry out controlled trials of alternatives to the In-Home Display (IHD). The trials will assess whether these alternative feedback devices and methods can deliver equivalent or greater benefits to IHDs. Specifically, the anticipated reduction in domestic energy consumption realised by feedback enabled behaviour change as well as broader impacts on consumers (e.g. engagement with energy information). Evidence collected will be required to be provided to DECC and will inform future policy development and decisions in this area. The successful contractor will support this process by: * Delivering detailed application guidance (and application materials) setting out DECC's requirements and recommended best practice approaches for energy suppliers wishing to undertake trials * Supporting suppliers in adopting the guidance * Delivering a framework and criteria for DECC's assessment of supplier proposals * Supporting DECC's assessment of supplier proposals, by providing expert review to ensure trials will provide high quality, robust and useful evidence Overall, DECC's intention is for trials to generate a range of evidence (including from large scale quantitative trials, and smaller scale qualitative research) on different approaches, with different types of consumers, which answers the general question "what works, for whom, in what context? Bidders should be able to demonstrate that their team has: * Applied experience in the range of trial methodologies outlined above * Experience of developing research questions and designs to assess mechanisms for the delivery of outcomes (in addition to measuring outcomes themselves) * Experience of working on research projects that included analysis of energy consumption impacts is highly desirable but not essential * Experience of working with third parties, or industry to deliver or advise on research proposals Additional information: How to Apply If you wish to take part in this procurement please see the attached Tender documents attached to this Notice and send your completed Proposal to Andrew Charlesworth at address stipulated in the "Who to Contact" section. Any late submissions will not be considered. DECC reserves the right to halt the procurement process and to not award a contract. DECC will not be held liable for recovery of costs from unsuccessful bids if a contract is not awarded. All costs will be borne by the bidding organisations. If a contract is created it will be upon DECC Standard Terms and Conditions, which are available on Contracts Finder with this notice. Completed tender submission must be returned by post to DECC, address given at the top of this advertisement, by 12:00 13th January 2016. We require 3 hard copies (one of which must be signed). Electronic versions of your bids are to be sent AFTER the deadline to Andrew Charlesworth (Andrew.Charlesworth@decc.gsi.gov.uk). If successful and upon contract signature, the supplier is expected to attend a kick-off meeting taking place on 25th January 2016. Project completion is required by 20th January 2017.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/324893d5-01b9-48de-b02a-e8932d6d3eab
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,350 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jan 2016 - 20 Jan 2017 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
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AW
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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