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Energy system 'digital spine' feasibility study

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy has completed the procurement process for the "Energy System 'Digital Spine' Feasibility Study" contract. This study aims to contribute to policy development for the digitalisation of the energy system to enhance energy security and achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The procurement method used was an open procedure (above threshold), with a tender period ending on 21st November 2022 and a contract period from 22nd February 2023 to 23rd August 2023.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses interested in feasibility studies for energy system digitalisation. As a service procurement, businesses experienced in digital technologies and energy systems would be well-suited to compete. The contract, awarded to Ove Arup & Partners Ltd, offers a chance for growth and innovation in the energy sector, supporting the UK's transition towards a more sustainable and secure energy future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Energy system 'digital spine' feasibility study

Notice Description

Contract Award Notice for Energy System "Digital Spine" Feasibility Study The energy system 'digital spine' feasibility study is an opportunity to contribute to policy development for the digitalisation of our energy system. A smart, flexible energy system can improve our energy security and help deliver net zero by 2050 at least cost to the consumer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c7d74ece-3300-4b13-8e4d-c4fe7ed17711
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dae1aec2-d988-4749-bd7c-623fbeea8d55
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79314000 - Feasibility study

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£189,260 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£189,260 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20233 years ago
Contract Period
22 Feb 2023 - 23 Aug 2023 6-12 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0ET
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

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