Tender

UK SBS - PS21265 - International case studies of energy efficiency policies in manufacturing and industry

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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14 Feb 2022 at 16:52

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) has initiated a public procurement process for the tender titled "International case studies of energy efficiency policies in manufacturing and industry" (PS21265). This project is categorised under research and development services, specifically focusing on improving energy efficiency policies for the manufacturing sector. The tender is currently in the planning stage and requires submissions by Monday, 28th February 2022, at 11:00 am. Successful bidders will be tasked with undertaking research that compares UK policies with those from other OECD countries, with a contract period commencing on 4th April 2022 and ending on 29th July 2022. The estimated budget for this procurement is £50,000, and the process will follow an open procedure, allowing a wide range of interested parties to compete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research, consultancy, and energy efficiency management. Companies that specialise in market research, environmental consultancy, or have expertise in energy efficiency methods will find this opportunity particularly relevant. Engaging in this contract may allow businesses to establish themselves as key players in the public sector, while also contributing to the formulation of progressive energy policies within the UK. Businesses that are small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they can play a vital role in delivering innovative solutions to meet the government's needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS - PS21265 - International case studies of energy efficiency policies in manufacturing and industry

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday, 28th February 2022 at 11:00am. Brief Description of Requirement The main aim of this research is to better understand other OECD countries' policies (including any that have recently ended) that aim to improve the energy efficiency of manufacturing and industry, with a view to introducing or updating similar policies in the UK. Of particular interest are policies and/or regulation that: * Increase the uptake and value of energy audits (or a similar type of assessment of the energy usage and energy efficiency of an industrial site or industrial process) * Provide Government with data on the manufacturing sector's energy usage and energy efficiency - for example, regulation requiring regular reporting of firms' energy usage or energy efficiency. * Set "benchmarks" for the energy efficiency of industrial processes - for example, if firms are given ratings for their industrial processes' energy efficiency, or if minimum standards are set. * Increase the uptake of Energy Management Systems, such as ISO50001. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 6T9Y423763 Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The Contracting Authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of your organisation in doing so. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d171f05a-6cbc-4d68-aff6-bf522adc737d
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Apr 2022 - 29 Jul 2022 1-6 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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