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2023-109 Electricity Connections Reform capacity allocation

OFGEM

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27 Oct 2023 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the tender with title "2023-109 Electricity Connections Reform capacity allocation" was managed by Ofgem, a public authority based in London, England. The tender falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services. The procurement method used was a selective approach through a restricted procedure. Key dates include the tender period ending on 1st January 2023 and the contract period starting on 18th September 2023 and ending on 17th August 2024.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the consultancy services sector, specifically those offering research and development consultancy services, technical analysis or consultancy services, and general management consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this tender. With a value of £80,000 in GBP, businesses with expertise in electricity network capacity allocation and reallocation would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process led by Ofgem.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2023-109 Electricity Connections Reform capacity allocation

Notice Description

Expert consultancy support was required to identify, develop and assess approaches to allocating capacity released to customers seeking connection, as part of an ongoing review of connections. This work was critical to support the Buyer's strategic priority of enabling time-critical investment in infrastructure supporting faster connections and strategic electricity transmission system investments (onshore, offshore and cross-border). Work was needed to identify, develop and assess alternative approaches to allocating capacity made available to new and existing customers seeking connection or improvements to their connection dates, to facilitate connection of demand and generation necessary to meet net zero pathways and facilitate economic development in GB and improve customer's connection service. In summary, during the term of this Call Off Contract the support will provide the following services: Research, analyse and assess options for allocation and reallocation of electricity network capacity, taking account of the analytical framework and key in-puts established through the review of connections Consider suitability, consistency, implementation considerations and design adaptations as relevant Develop and provide recommendations relating to the optimal approach(es) to allocating and reallocating capacity under different circumstances

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f91acf5f-002b-43b9-b1cc-dc8c75576877
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2023 - 17 Aug 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
OFGEM
Contact Name
Allan Weir
Contact Email
allan.weir@ofgem.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2079017000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARINGA PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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