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PS23213 - Energy Efficiency & Net Zero Longitudinal Survey RAF016/2324

DESNZ

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "PS23213 - Energy Efficiency & Net Zero Longitudinal Survey RAF016/2324" has been concluded and awarded to I.F.F RESEARCH LIMITED. The buyer, DESNZ, located in Swindon, England, sought services in the research and development sector under the CPV classification 73000000. The procurement was carried out via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract, valued at £797,332.94, commenced on 25th September 2023 and will run until 30th June 2026. Covering multiple regions including the UK and Europe, this research will support strategic and policy developments related to energy efficiency and net zero emissions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development services, particularly those focusing on behavioural insights and environmental strategies. With an emphasis on SMEs, companies with expertise in longitudinal research, energy-saving measures, and policy development could find this contract advantageous for growth. Engaging in this project enables businesses to influence sustainable practices and develop robust insights supporting the government's net zero objectives, thereby enhancing their position and reputation within the industry.

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Notice Title

PS23213 - Energy Efficiency & Net Zero Longitudinal Survey RAF016/2324

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. Brief Description of Requirement This research will support strategy and policy development by identifying emerging trends on the self-reported uptake of energy-saving actions and other green choices across the UK population, as well as cross-cutting enablers and barriers. Contractors will be expected to work closely with DESNZ to understand how the survey can best support strategy and policy development. Importantly this research will act as an ongoing source of evidence by identifying individual level changes and spillover effects over time. This work can inform understanding of the behavioural aspects relating to the delivery of net zero and related DESNZ programmes, such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. A key motivation of this research is to understand how uptake of energy-saving actions, energy demand flexibility behaviours , other green choices, and related social norms change over time. This includes understanding what and why changes are occurring, and for whom. DESNZ is also interested in using this research to understand ongoing impacts of changes, as well as to contribute to evidence on spillover effects. Therefore, a longitudinal research design is needed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e540c3db-3e59-443c-b614-daf8adf30daf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13935563-3ca3-49ac-98b2-6ba0fa0e4964
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£797,332 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£797,332 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
24 Sep 2023 - 30 Jun 2026 2-3 years
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
Additional Buyers

UK SBS

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
01793 867005

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

I.F.F RESEARCH

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