Planning

Invitation to Expression of Interest for SOFM architecture review and improvement project

LOW CARBON CONTRACTS COMPANY

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Planning

24 May 2018 at 11:31

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Low Carbon Contracts Company is currently planning an Invitation to Expression of Interest for the SOFM architecture review and improvement project, titled "Invitation to Expression of Interest for SOFM architecture review and improvement project." This project falls under the Information technology strategic planning services industry and is based in London, United Kingdom. Key dates include an engagement end date for expressions of interest set for 18 June 2018. As this process is at the planning stage, interested parties are encouraged to inquire and engage early.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in information technology services, particularly those with capabilities in software development, integration consultancy, and systems review. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to compete for this project, as the organisation welcomes expressions of interest from firms looking to enhance user experience and reduce risks in software usability. Businesses with experience in database-driven solutions and data validation will be especially advantageous in securing this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Expression of Interest for SOFM architecture review and improvement project

Notice Description

Low Carbon Contracts Company (LCCC) intends to invite tenders shortly for the delivery of a project described below (ref: CRN2018-012) and invites you to express your interest if you are interested in bidding for this requirement. Background SOFM was originally specified by Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) and developed in 2015. A number of enhancements have been made since which have improved the functionality, including several enhancements to the transparency tool. The solution provided consisted of a Monte-Carlo model written in C#, with interfaces to numerous Excel spreadsheets, and an API to EnAppSys (a data provider). In addition, a tool was created to process files received from settlement via a two-stage process: the first stage took the raw files and created SOFM-friendly versions which contain only require data, and the second stage reads those files for process which require the use of settlement data. Finally, SOFM also reads MT940 bank balance files. The main SOFM run is typically run with 10000 Monte-Carlo simulations. In addition, SOFM includes the transparency tool, which is a capability to generate a micro-site using data outputs from SOFM. It is written in a mixture of C# and HTML. Scope of the work: The main purpose of the project is to improve the user experience of using the Supplier Obligation Forecasting Model (SOFM) and reduce the risk associated with the high number of Excel spreadsheets and interfaces, without adversely impacting the maintenance and support arrangements for the core functionality. The scope includes the SOFM (originally developed by Lane Clark and Peacock- LCP), as well as the interface with the LCCC's Data Warehouse (DWH) and specific SOFM utility tools created to assist with the preparation of input data files. The focus of this work is on non functional requirements, since the existing functional specification of core SOFM and Nostradamus is not expected to change materially. The user interface shall be designed around the team's workflow, based on a workflow calendar. The solution will be database-driven, and all data inputs shall be contained within the database. All automatic data feeds shall be subject to appropriate data validation and automated alerts should be sent when data falls outside expected ranges or where it is not available within expected timescales. Next step If you are interested in providing the SOFM architecture review work as explained above, please email Andrew Miller: andrew.miller@lowcarboncontracts.uk on or before 18 June 2018.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-596a93ef-b307-4b73-96e9-c3027a470280
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77603055-72f4-435c-bd90-c9edf69e7844
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services

72223000 - Information technology requirements review services

72227000 - Software integration consultancy services

72262000 - Software development services

72266000 - Software 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
24 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Jun 2018Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LOW CARBON CONTRACTS COMPANY
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4Y 8JX
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Castle Baynard
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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