Planning

Smarter Tariffs - Smarter Comparisons

BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

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Planning

20 Dec 2019 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Smarter Tariffs - Smarter Comparisons" is initiated by the Business Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), located in London, England. Currently in the planning stage, this tender focuses on the energy sector and aims to drive innovations in tariff comparisons and consumer engagement related to smart energy systems. A key milestone is the engagement end date set for 12 March 2020. Interested suppliers may find relevant information in the early engagement notice published on 20 December 2019, outlining the procurement method through the HELGA framework.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for businesses involved in consumer research, software development, and energy consultancy services. Companies that can offer innovative solutions for smart tariff comparisons, as well as those with expertise in market engagement strategies, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, this project encourages collaboration between organisations, making it ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their footprint in the energy sector.

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Notice Title

Smarter Tariffs - Smarter Comparisons

Notice Description

Smarter Tariffs - Smarter Comparisons will play an important role in enabling a world-leading smart energy system that competitively delivers secure, cheap and clean energy by supporting smart tariffs which can unlock greater system flexibility and benefits to consumers and the system, across generation, distribution and supply. Aligning with governmental priorities around smart data, clean growth, electric vehicles, smart systems and flexibility, smart meters and half-hourly settlement the project aims to deliver an innovative approach to domestic tariff comparisons. We are seeking to procure consumer research, market engagement and technical development to demonstrate how new smart meter-enabled tariffs (e.g. dynamic time-of-use, export, and electric vehicle tariffs) can be compared and how price comparison websites and auto switching services can make use of this new approach to improve consumer engagement and experience, driving greater adoption of these new types of tariffs and the realisation of PSbillions in consumer, system and carbon benefits. Outputs of the project will include: * consumer and market research on smart tariffs and current approaches to tariff comparisons; * a framework for smart tariff comparisons; * new consumer engagement approaches, across different segments, for smart tariff comparisons; * a data model for smart tariff comparisons; * a web/app-based software prototype; * publicly available reports setting out findings. Additional information: To provide prospective suppliers with the opportunity to gain more detail on the project and identify potential partners BEIS are holding a Supplier Information Session at 1 Victoria Street, London, SW1H 0ET on 24 January between 13:30 - 16:00. Interested organisations in applying for this contract please contact either Eve Tatham or Aimee Betts-Charalambous, see above info. The Supplier Information Session will provide attendees with a more details about the project including aims and objectives of the competition and research programme; activities and timelines; application process. The main objectives of the event are to allow participants to ask questions on the project and procurement/ tender process; to allow participants to input into the project aims, approach and structure; to provide the opportunity to network and identify project partners. We expect the project to be delivered by a consortium and the session will be an opportunity for interested parties to meet each other and consider potential partnerships that meet project requirements. This procurement will be undertaken through the HELGA framework and so any supplier interested in this opportunity must ensure they're registered on the HELGA database, see the attachment with instructions for registering.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a59e5c72-216c-444f-89e0-6f04c9288515
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c88caaa-ac61-49ca-8d44-2baef24261ab
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

65 - Public utilities

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

65200000 - Gas distribution and related services

65300000 - Electricity distribution and related services

65400000 - Other sources of energy supplies and distribution

65500000 - Meter reading service

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72268000 - Software supply services

72319000 - Data supply services

73000000 - Research and development services and related 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
20 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Mar 2020Expired
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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