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Research to understanding the potential of international cooperation in the North Seas

BEIS

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, represented by BEIS, has completed the tender process for the contract titled "Research to understanding the potential of international cooperation in the North Seas". This research services procurement opportunity, valued at £139,423 GBP, falls under the services category. The procurement method used was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender closed on October 20, 2023, with a contract period starting on November 17, 2023, and ending on March 29, 2024. The project aims to explore interactions between offshore energy, hydrogen, and Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage in the North Seas with European cooperation.

This contract represents an opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, to engage in valuable research services within the energy sector. Companies well-suited to compete should have expertise in the field of offshore energy, hydrogen technologies, and carbon capture solutions. The inclusive delivery addresses cover various regions, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Oversea Territories, offering a wide geographical scope. With a significant focus on international cooperation, this tender seeks to drive innovation and collaboration in the energy industry, presenting growth possibilities for businesses with relevant capabilities and interests.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research to understanding the potential of international cooperation in the North Seas

Notice Description

This project will deliver an understanding of the value of the interaction between offshore energy, hydrogen and Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage ("CCUS") holistically, particularly considering how the latter two will increase in importance over the next decade, and address a current gap in understanding of how our ambitions and associated economic gains of expanding our energy infrastructure in the North Seas link to European cooperation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-640fa120-19e2-47f0-bfd4-ea0089491036
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc171947-e942-4e76-b444-a60a1a5e9fd5
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£139,423 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£139,423 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2023 - 29 Mar 2024 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
BEIS
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANT THORNTON

Further Information

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