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PS23402 Consumer research to inform the rollout to replace smart metering 4G communications hubs

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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07 Dec 2023 at 11:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has awarded a contract for the project titled "PS23402 Consumer research to inform the rollout to replace smart metering 4G communications hubs". The procurement falls under the services category and involves research and development services related to consumer attitudes towards smart metering. The procurement method used was selective, with a contract value of 69,367 GBP. The tender period ended on 15th November 2023, and the contract period spans from 21st November 2023 to 31st May 2024. UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED located in SWINDON, England, acted as the buyer while KANTAR PUBLIC UK LIMITED from LONDON was the supplier.

This awarded tender presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in research and development services, particularly in the field of consumer behaviour related to energy and climate change. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in this domain may find this contract well-suited for their capabilities. The research project aims to enhance existing knowledge on smart metering, specifically focusing on aspects relevant to the 4G replacement programme. Businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the energy and climate change sector could benefit from participating in similar future procurement processes initiated by DESNZ or other related authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS23402 Consumer research to inform the rollout to replace smart metering 4G communications hubs

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the PS21172 Energy and Climate Change Behavioural Science Framework (Lot 2) Framework. Brief Description of Requirement The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is seeking to a supplier to undertake research which will build on a range of existing research and evidence on consumer attitudes to smart metering, addressing the gaps created by the specific requirements of the 4G replacement programme.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c97d3598-fe49-4657-9194-3353efad8e50
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb7dc204-5a2e-442f-b174-7545abde6f87
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£69,367 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,367 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Dec 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2023 - 31 May 2024 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1UH
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KANTAR PUBLIC

Further Information

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