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PS23249 -The provision of Review of technical assumptions and generation costs of geothermal technology for power AND Assessing the feasibility and viability of competitive geothermal heat in the UK - RAF020/2324

DESNZ

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Summary of the contracting process

DESNZ has awarded a contract to OVE ARUP & PARTNERS LIMITED for the provision of a review of technical assumptions and generation costs of geothermal technology for power and assessing the feasibility and viability of competitive geothermal heat in the UK. The contract falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" industry category and has a total contract value of £151,510.89. This procurement, conducted through a mini competition under the CCS Research & Insights DPS RM6126, involves research projects aimed at enhancing the evidence base for geothermal energy's cost and viability in the UK. The contract period is from 20th November 2023 to 30th November 2024, with modifications increasing both the value and extending the timeframe.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in renewable energy research and consultancy services, to contribute to the UK's transition to net zero. SMEs can seize the chance to engage in groundbreaking research that will influence future government policies and strategies on renewable energy. The systematic study of geothermal power and heat networks not only opens the door for businesses focused on geothermal technology but also enables firms involved in sustainable energy solutions to collaborate on shaping comprehensive policy frameworks aimed at reducing carbon footprints.

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Notice Title

PS23249 -The provision of Review of technical assumptions and generation costs of geothermal technology for power AND Assessing the feasibility and viability of competitive geothermal heat in the UK - RAF020/2324

Notice Description

***Modification of the Contract*** Contract Variation 001 - the total contract value has been increased from PS139,586.84 to PS144,346.19 excluding VAT. 002 variation Increase value to PS151,510.89 and extend time 003 variation - To amend the contract end date from 27th September 2024 to 30th November 2024. *** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS Research & Insights DPS RM6126. Brief Description of Requirement This research will improve the evidence behind costs and viability of geothermal heat and power projects in the UK. It will enable geothermal to be presented on par with other renewable energy technologies and feature geothermal in policy and strategy design. Power This research will support wider departmental modelling of the GB electricity generation system and net zero electricity generation pathways to 2050, which is key to understanding potential electricity generation mixes required to ensure a low-cost, stable, and net zero future. Outputs of this research will feed into published Government analysis including but not limited to a forthcoming update to DESNZ's Electricity Generation Costs Report, and the contractor's final report(s) may be published alongside or separately as supplementary supporting evidence. By understanding the technical and economic challenges facing geothermal for power (and power and heat combined), DESNZ can ensure that the right policies are in place to fulfil the power sector's needs. For example, the outputs will support decision-making in Allocation Round 7 of the Contracts for Difference renewable electricity support scheme. Heat This research will support understanding of the cost of developing heat networks with a geothermal heat source. It will help establishing the financial viability by clearly defining all costs involved with a geothermal plant and will enable comparison with other heat sources in DESNZ decarbonisation models where it is not currently considered. The cost benefit analysis of different funding support mechanisms will be used by policy makers when assessing and comparing policy options to support geothermal energy, in the context of the support to low carbon heat networks.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-90547af0-d29b-442d-a028-95ab81ab0647
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec75a855-b35a-4e57-abe8-6f4904617235
Current Stage
Award
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
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£151,510 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
20 Nov 2023 - 30 Nov 2024 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DESNZ
Additional Buyers

BEIS

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

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