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UK SBS - PS21258 - Data Discovery, Design and Analyse project for the Ofgem programme's future data science function.

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

07 Mar 2022 at 16:42

Award Notice
Tender

25 Nov 2021 at 11:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) as the contracting authority for the project titled "Data Discovery, Design and Analyse" aimed at enhancing the Ofgem programme's future data science function. This contract, under the category of research and development services, is located in Swindon, England. The procurement method followed is an open procedure with a specified contract value of £25,000. The tender period ended on 10th December 2021, and the contract commenced on 17th February 2022, continuing until 11th April 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the innovation and data analytics sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can contribute to the energy networks innovation agenda. Companies with expertise in data analysis, statistical consulting, and related research services would be well-suited to compete for this contract, as the project aims to develop and scale data-driven solutions for various stakeholders in the energy sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS - PS21258 - Data Discovery, Design and Analyse project for the Ofgem programme's future data science function.

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday, 10th December 2021 at 11:00am Brief Description of Requirement UKRI is working in partnership with Ofgem to develop the future delivery model of the fund for the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund ('the SIF'). This is a new, multi-year innovation programme to transform energy networks innovation and position the UK as the Silicon Valley of energy systems innovation. To support this programme we are interested in designing a data science function which adds additional value to the users and customers of the programme. These include internal teams, the public, innovators (funded through the programme and otherwise), investors, policy makers, and the energy networks themselves. Innovate UK is progressing on its journey to becoming a data-driven organisation. With the Ofgem programme just starting, we have an opportunity to look at how we better capture, analyse and use data to offer additional value. With this we want to consider how approaches could be applied and scaled across the whole organisation. The project will therefore require close working with the Innovate UK data team, as well as the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund team. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 56YF8G6596 Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The Contracting Authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of your organisation in doing so. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e020b0e5-ded9-4598-820f-17509444ccc0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,220 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2022 - 11 Apr 2022 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WAYSPHERE

Further Information

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