Tender

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

PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

Palladium International Limited is seeking quotations for a tender titled "Technical assistance for the development of an Electric Vehicle battery policy in South Africa," which is part of the UK Government's UK PACT programme. This tender falls under industry categories such as energy, transport equipment, and business services, with a focus on providing services. It aims to support the automotive industry in South Africa in the transition to electric vehicles by helping develop a competitive battery value chain. The location for delivery is South Africa, and the procurement is currently in the tender stage, having been published on 25th November 2025 and amended on 1st December 2025. The process is open for submissions until 12:00 GMT on 15th December 2025, with the contract period spanning from 1st February 2026 to 31st May 2026. This tender follows an open procedure and welcomes applications particularly suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for growth and innovation for businesses involved in energy consultancy, automotive technology, and sustainable manufacturing. By participating, businesses can position themselves at the forefront of an emerging market driven by the global shift towards electric vehicles. Companies proficient in research, policy development, and implementation are especially well-suited to compete for this contract, as the tender seeks expertise in consolidating previous research into actionable policy documents. Firms with capabilities in regional economic growth and compliance with international trade requirements will find a strong competitive advantage. The scheme underlines the importance of tapping into the regional resources within the SADC area, providing unique opportunities for businesses to engage in a high-impact, strategic sector.

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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

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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
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 20252 weeks to go
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
Not specified
Contact Email
expertdeployments@ukpact.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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