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PS25247 - Review of electricity storage project costs and technical assumptions

UK SBS

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12 Jan 2026 at 09:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by UK SBS pertains to the project titled "PS25247 - Review of electricity storage project costs and technical assumptions". This award notice, concluded on a competitive basis against the CCS RM6126 framework, falls under the industry category of "Research and development services and related consultancy services". The procurement stage is complete, with the award decision being made on 8 January 2026. The contract is valued at £110,010 and covers various geographical locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with the fiscal allocation set at £120,000. The work will be carried out by Frazer-Nash Consultancy Limited over the contract period from 12 January 2026 to 22 May 2026.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for companies specialising in research and development consultancy, particularly those with experience in energy security and technical assessments related to electricity storage technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises would find this tender particularly appealing due to its suitability criteria. Companies operational within the specified regions are poised to benefit significantly, leveraging their expertise in technological innovation and cost estimation to address the challenges posed by varying electricity storage technologies. Engaging in such a project not only enhances the existing portfolio of the participating businesses but also positions them strategically in the burgeoning field of energy consultancy services.

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Notice Title

PS25247 - Review of electricity storage project costs and technical assumptions

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive tender against the CCS RM6126 - Research and Insights Brief Description of Requirement Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is seeking to review of costs and technical assumptions for electricity storage covering a wide range of technologies and durations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8faa368d-fd10-44a6-8c23-d66250af0ceb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
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
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,010 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 22 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SBS
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

FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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