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Engage 2: International Engagement Research

DESNZ

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04 Oct 2024 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Engage 2: International Engagement Research." This initiative focuses on leveraging international engagement to advance the UK's decarbonisation goals by enhancing bilateral and multilateral activities related to knowledge, research, and innovation. The procurement falls under the "Research services" category and encompasses multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £141,012, was awarded to the National Nuclear Laboratory and spans from 19 August 2024 to 31 March 2025. This single tender action was below the threshold and involved direct procurement methods.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs, by allowing them to engage in high-profile, international research initiatives. Companies specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in energy and sustainability, are highly suitable for such opportunities. Engaging in this project could enhance their visibility and credibility, opening doors for future collaborations and contracts within the burgeoning field of energy security and net zero initiatives.

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Notice Title

Engage 2: International Engagement Research

Notice Description

International engagement is viewed as a key enabler in achieving the UK's decarbonisation targets, and the UK is already involved in several relevant bilateral and multilateral engagement activities that promote accessing, developing, and sharing knowledge, research and innovation outputs. The purpose of the International Engagement Programme is to build upon current, previous, and potential future international engagement activities funded by DESNZ and extend them to reflect the increased ambition. This will involve wider engagement with UK academic and R&D communities in the UK.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c2906030-93dd-4d16-8ee1-d6fcb13f8dee
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9aded00-22f9-4718-a1c4-82042aa98d84
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£141,012 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£141,012 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 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
DESNZ
Contact Name
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Contact Email
nuclearinnovation@energysecurity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 3EG
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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