Tender

Technical assistance for the development of an Electric Vehicle battery policy in South Africa

PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

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25 Nov 2025 at 16:40

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Summary of the contracting process

Palladium International Limited, based in London, is currently in the tender stage for a project titled "Technical assistance for the development of an Electric Vehicle battery policy in South Africa." This initiative, part of the UK Government's Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) programme, aims to develop a policy and implementation strategy for South Africa's electric vehicle battery value chain. The industry categories involved include energy, transport equipment, and consultancy services, with the procurement method being an open procedure. The total value of the contract is £100,000, with a tender deadline on 12th December 2025. The contract is scheduled to run from February 1st, 2026 to May 31st, 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, particularly those involved in research and consultancy services, due to the project's open procedure and strategic objectives. Businesses specialising in energy, automotive, and sustainability consultancy can notably benefit from this opportunity by contributing their expertise to the sustainable economic growth and industrialisation of South Africa. The focus on South Africa's critical mineral resources presents further prospects for firms involved in regional supply chain development and those looking to expand their presence in international markets aligned with green transitions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Technical assistance for the development of an Electric Vehicle battery policy in South Africa

Notice Description

The UK Government's Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) programme is inviting quotations from qualified suppliers or consortia to deliver technical assistance facility in South Africa. South Africa's automotive industry faces a pivotal moment as the global transition to electric vehicles (EVs) accelerates. This shift poses risks to traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) production but offers significant opportunities for regional industrialisation, job creation, and value addition. Central to this transformation is the development of a competitive battery value chain, leveraging South Africa's and the SADC region's critical mineral resources to meet local content targets and secure duty-free access under trade agreements. This RFQ seeks expert support to consolidate existing research and policy work into a draft policy document and an Implementation Strategy and Plan. The goal is to guide the development of South Africa's battery value chain in alignment with the EV White Paper, SAAM 2035, and broader just transition objectives-ensuring sustainable automotive manufacturing, regional economic growth, and compliance with international trade requirements. Interested suppliers are invited to review the documentation provided in this notice, and submit their applications to: expertdeployments@ukpact.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/809e76d9-af7b-40ab-b602-b700e8273211
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8ND
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

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