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2021-100 Development of guidance for the ESO's IT investments

OFGEM

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28 Oct 2021 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "2021-100 Development of guidance for the ESO's IT investments" was initiated by Ofgem, the buyer organisation located at 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London. This tender falls within the services industry, specifically focusing on systems consultancy services, with a contract value of £42,860. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and the contract period spanned from 20th September 2021 to 29th October 2021, with the tender period having ended on 1st January 2021. The award notice was published on 28th October 2021, following the contract award to Zuhlke Engineering Ltd, which is classified as a large supplier.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses that specialise in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in systems and software consultancy. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this a suitable opportunity, given that the contract encourages participation from such businesses. Companies focusing on efficient cost assessment frameworks and IT investments would be well-placed to compete, delivering substantial growth potential in a regulatory framework aimed at enhancing consumer interests.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2021-100 Development of guidance for the ESO's IT investments

Notice Description

Ofgem's requirements for consultancy to be provided for the development of specific guidance to help set expectations on the level of detail on IT investments included in the Electricity System Operator's (ESO) second business plan. This guidance will help Ofgem best assess whether the costs of these IT investments are efficient. This guidance should inform the ESO as to the types of evidence and level of detail that should be included in the second Business Plan for IT investments, relating to the needs case and cost information. Ofgem is also seeking guidance on ways to stress test the costs provided by the ESO. These outcomes need to be delivered such that the cost assessment process is as straightforward as possible. This support will enable Ofgem's ESO Regulation team to carry out its core regulatory function of regulating the ESO to protect the interests of consumers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-39dadfc2-7e89-43d8-a6c8-df25bac6592b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f27d253b-73b8-42c7-b5ff-46b49ed19c8a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72246000 - Systems consultancy services

72266000 - Software consultancy services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,860 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,860 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
19 Sep 2021 - 29 Oct 2021 1-6 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
OFGEM
Contact Name
Allan Weir
Contact Email
allan.weir@ofgem.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2079017000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZUHLKE ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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