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PS23391 Understanding the Barriers and Enablers to supporting Fuel poor households to achieve Net Zero

BEIS

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12 Jan 2024 at 12:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has awarded a contract to Centre for Sustainable Energy for the project titled "PS23391 Understanding the Barriers and Enablers to supporting Fuel poor households to achieve Net Zero". The procurement process was conducted under the CCS RM6126 - Research & Insights DPS. The contract value is £106,194 GBP, with a contract period running from 19th December 2023 to 28th March 2024. The supplier can be contacted via email at professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk or phone at 01793 867000. The contract was awarded on 13th December 2023.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses in the research and development services sector, particularly those specialising in consultancy services related to fuel poverty and energy efficiency. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are suitable to participate in this selective procurement process. The study aims to assist the Committee on Fuel Poverty in England in understanding the challenges faced by fuel poor households in transitioning to net zero, creating avenues for impactful contributions in the energy sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS23391 Understanding the Barriers and Enablers to supporting Fuel poor households to achieve Net Zero

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS RM6126 - Research & Insights DPS. Brief Description of Requirement A household is defined as being in fuel poverty if they are on a lower income and unable to heat their home for a reasonable cost. Cold homes have been linked to poor physical and mental health. Three factors impact fuel poverty: household income, the price of energy, and the energy efficiency of the home. The Committee on Fuel Poverty (CFP) is an advisory Non-Departmental Public Body sponsored by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). The role of the Committee is to provide advice and challenge to government on reducing fuel poverty in England. This study aims to support the Committee to understand the key barriers and enablers to ensuring fuel poor households make a fair transition to net zero.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aa9819a-3d4f-41c5-bd07-b6e0e4bb8b85
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£106,194 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£106,194 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Dec 20232 years ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2023 - 28 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 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

CENTRE FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY

Further Information

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