Planning

Energy Trading System

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Planning

27 Feb 2020 at 16:59

Planning

21 Feb 2020 at 15:39

Planning

21 Feb 2020 at 14:43

Planning

10 Feb 2020 at 13:12

Planning

16 Jan 2020 at 14:40

Planning

15 Jan 2020 at 16:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is initiating a procurement process for an Energy Trading System, aimed at improving its energy trading capabilities. This tender is classified under software package and information systems, with an estimated budget of £700,000, covering the period from 12 May 2020 to 11 May 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure, and interested parties should note the upcoming market engagement session scheduled for 18 February 2020 in London. Further communication regarding this procurement will be available on 27 March 2020.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses, particularly those specialising in cloud-based software solutions and trading systems. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with cybersecurity standards, specifically the Cyber Essentials scheme, will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, as they are recognised as suitable participants in this tendering process, allowing them to leverage this opportunity for business growth in the energy sector.

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Notice Title

Energy Trading System

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as the Authority intends to put in place an agreement for the provision of an Energy Trading System to be utilised by CCS. The exact requirement has yet to be finalised, with drafts shared during the market engagement prior to the publication of any subsequent Contract notice. Additional information: Crown Commercial Service (CCS) intend to instigate a procurement to secure a supplier who can provide a cloud based service for an Energy Trading System. The service required by the CCS is one which can migrate the current data, host the new system, bring improvement to the trading activities, be secure, be resilient, meet regulatory requirements, provide reporting and offer good value for money. The requirement is an off-the-shelf ready to deploy software solution. Please be advised of our intention to commence market engagement with interested organisations. Crown Commercial Service intends to hold market engagement session on 18 February 2020 in London with organisations interested in potentially bidding for the resulting contract. The market engagement event is designed to engage with potential suppliers, socialise the draft statement of requirements, give contextual information and answer questions. The day has also been designed to allow suppliers to have discussions after the main presentation to help validate the plan and provide feedback on the draft documents. If you are interested in attending this market engagement session please express your interest by emailing david.sobczak@crowncommercial.gov.uk no later than midday on 13 February 2020. Further details will be provided to you. Your email must clearly state: the name of your organisation, and contact details for the individual(s) who will participating in the market engagement and if you are interested in having a 1 to 1 session following the main event. The agenda is as follows: 10.00 Registration and refreshments 10.30 Welcome, Introduction and Overview 10.45 Energy Trading System Requirement and business overview 11.30 Procurement overview - Type of procurement - CCS responsibilities - Bidder responsibility - Contract and length and expected value - Timescales - Potential issues 12.15 Q&A 12.30 Lunch 13.00 - 15.00 Individual supplier surgeries (optional) 15.00 Close

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5aebad88-b1f7-4435-a55b-d74f53e1df17
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£950,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Mar 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 May 2020 - 11 May 2025 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
The Minister for the Cabinet Office acting through Crown Commercial Service
Contact Email
supplier@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3450103503

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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