Tender

Towards a Smarter and Flexible European Energy System

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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Tender

28 Jun 2019 at 09:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is currently conducting a tender titled "Towards a Smarter and Flexible European Energy System", focused on research and development services related to smart energy solutions in Europe. This procurement process is in the active tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 16th July 2019. The contract period is expected to commence on 2nd August 2019 and run until 28th February 2020. The delivery addresses for proposals include various regions such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and the wider European market.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the energy sector, particularly those involved in demand-side flexibility and smart energy solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically encouraged to participate, as the procurement method is an open procedure designed to attract a diverse range of bidders. Companies that specialise in research and development, consultancy services, and innovative energy solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, leveraging their expertise to contribute to the evolving energy landscape in Europe.

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Notice Title

Towards a Smarter and Flexible European Energy System

Notice Description

Towards a Smarter and Flexible European Energy System: A Market Study of Commercial Opportunity for Demand-Side Flexibility & Wider Smart Energy System Solutions in Europe.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f28fed4-950a-49a8-b708-9ea5f38f6828
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


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2019 - 28 Feb 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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