Planning

Hydrogen BECCS Innovation Programme

BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

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Planning

12 Jan 2022 at 13:41

Planning

01 Nov 2021 at 12:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Hydrogen BECCS Innovation Programme, initiated by the Business Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), is currently in the planning stage. This programme focuses on developing technologies that produce hydrogen from biogenic feedstocks while capturing carbon dioxide, and is classified under the industry category of petroleum products, fuel, electricity, and other sources of energy. A market engagement notice was published on 1st November 2021, with the engagement end date set for 28th February 2022. The competition will be launched with an Invitation to Tender (ITT) in January 2022, and successful projects are expected to commence in Spring 2022, with further details to be provided at a pre-competition supplier engagement event scheduled for 23rd November 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector organisations involved in bioenergy, gasification, or related technology sectors. Potential suppliers include those focused on biomass and waste feedstocks, as well as companies developing innovative solutions for hydrogen production and carbon capture technologies. Engaging in this programme not only supports the advancement of green technologies but also aligns with government objectives to achieve net-zero emissions, making it a strategic opportunity for businesses invested in sustainability and innovation.

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Notice Title

Hydrogen BECCS Innovation Programme

Notice Description

Background Bioenergy combined with Carbon Capture & Storage (BECCS) has the potential to deliver negative greenhouse gas emissions, which will be key to enabling cost-effective decarbonisation. As such, Bioenergy is one of 10 priority areas within the Net Zero Innovation Portfolio (NZIP) - a PS1 billion fund to support innovation to develop the green technologies needed to tackle climate change. As part of the previous Energy Innovation Portfolio funding scheme, BEIS commissioned a review and benchmarking study of Advanced Gasification Technologies, which are expected to play a significant role in the UK's net zero transition. This study has fed into the development of a new Hydrogen BECCS Innovation Programme (H2 BECCS), and can be downloaded here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/advanced-gasification-technologies-review-and-benchmarking Programme Overview The PS5m Hydrogen BECCS Innovation Programme Phase 1 will form part of BEIS's NZIP. The programme will support technologies with the potential to produce hydrogen from biogenic feedstocks while capturing carbon dioxide (CO2). Through a pre-commercial, fully funded procurement Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI), this programme aims to support innovative technology solutions across three categories: 1. Gasification feedstock pre-processing: The development of low cost, energy & material efficient pre-processing technologies for biogenic (including biomass and waste) feedstocks to be used in advanced gasification processes. 2. Syngas treatment & upgrading: The improvement of syngas treatment and upgrading components for hydrogen with carbon capture. 3. Other biohydrogen technologies: The development of novel biohydrogen technologies which can be combined with carbon capture. e.g. dark fermentation, anaerobic digestion, waste water treatment. BEIS is looking to conduct this SBRI under two phases: Phase 1 - feasibility of innovation, and Phase 2 - innovation demonstration (to be confirmed) with a down-selection process between phases. The competition for Phase 1 of the programme is scheduled to launch with the publication of an Invitation to Tender (ITT) in January 2022, with successful projects beginning in Spring 2022. Further details will be outlined at the supplier engagement event listed below, and then confirmed at the point of ITT publication. Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/net-zero-innovation-portfolio Additional information: Details of Supplier Event: An online pre-competition supplier engagement event will be hosted by BEIS on 23rd November 2021, 10am-12pm, with the aim of informing potential suppliers about the proposed Hydrogen BECCS Innovation Programme competition, including its scope, application process and timelines. It will also outline the role of BEIS, NZIP and Hydrogen BECCS in meeting the government's climate objectives, and the policy context surrounding this technology area. The event will provide an opportunity for potential suppliers to ask questions about the proposed competition and provide BEIS with feedback on the proposed competition design. BEIS encourages attendance from potential suppliers across the bioenergy landscape including bioenergy feedstock suppliers (waste and biomass), suppliers and operators of gasification, torrefaction, anaerobic digestion and other bioenergy conversion technologies, and organisations involved in the research and development of novel biohydrogen technologies. To attend the event, please register via Eventbrite at the following link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hydrogen-beccs-innovation-programme-virtual-supplier-engagement-workshop-registration-198864237287 Expression of Interest If you are unable to attend the event but would like BEIS to keep you updated about this innovation competition, please send an email to H2BECCS@beis.gov.uk with your name, email address, company and position. Please see the attached Privacy Notice for details of how we will use your personal data, and your rights.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4746134f-cbcf-4e86-a292-99d63aae413f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9333eaed-5b15-4759-b12f-5c900fbf6ab8
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

24 - Chemical products

45 - Construction work

65 - Public utilities

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services


CPV Codes

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

24111600 - Hydrogen

45232421 - Sewage treatment works

65000000 - Public utilities

71300000 - Engineering services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Jan 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Contact Name
Thilan Karunasekera
Contact Email
h2beccs@beis.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0ET
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

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