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Expert in electricity networks in GB and the electrification of heat

BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

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20 Oct 2017 at 13:45

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27 Jul 2017 at 09:41

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27 Jul 2017 at 09:41

Tender

05 Jul 2017 at 11:44

Summary of the contracting process

The Business Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) is seeking a tender for "Expert in electricity networks in GB and the electrification of heat" with a focus on the electricity sector. This procurement falls under the category of "Research and experimental development services" and is classified as a limited procurement method via a competitive quotation process. The tender period concludes on 2nd August 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 30th August 2017 and end by 31st March 2018. Interested parties must submit their proposals to Katie Halter at BEIS, located in London, by the specified deadline, as late submissions will not be considered.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electricity networks and related technologies. Companies that have expertise in smart grid technology, energy market dynamics, and electric heating solutions will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the focus on the electrification of heat, businesses that provide flexibility technology solutions, like energy storage and innovative electricity generation systems, may find this an advantageous opportunity to enhance their portfolio and contribute to forward-thinking energy solutions.

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Notice Title

Expert in electricity networks in GB and the electrification of heat

Notice Description

The successful candidate will have specialist expertise relevant to electrification and an ability to approach the issues involved from a whole systems perspective. We envisage a need for up to 40 days support through to March 2018 (on a call-off basis). Specific requirements are set out below. Description: This procurement seeks to contract one or two technical experts to support the development of this work with regards to potential heat electrification scenarios. The expert or experts will be called upon to provide bespoke input and to the project team as well as rigorous credible expert challenge to externally appointed contractors and our own developing thinking. In particular we are looking for the following expertise: Extensive knowledge of the electricity sector at strategic and operational levels, including: * electricity network infrastructure (operation, maintenance and investment) including technical knowledge of different smart and conventional network reinforcement options * electricity markets * key decision makers and actors * potential of flexibility technologies such as storage (including behind the meter) and interconnection, and how they interact with the whole electricity system * the characteristics and systems impact of different generation technologies, including distributed generation, and how they interact with each other * potential network impacts associated with heat electrification technologies, and interactions with transport electrification including the relationship to different deployment patterns * practical and logistical challenges associated with changes to electricity infrastructure * technologies that use electricity for heating in homes, businesses and industry, the nature of their impact on the grid and issues with conversion to them. Additional information: If you wish to take part in this procurement please see the attached Tender documents attached to this Notice and send your completed Proposal to Katie Halter at address stipulated in the "Who to Contact" section. Any late submissions will not be considered. BEIS reserves the right to halt the procurement process and to not award a contract. BEIS will not be held liable for recovery of costs from unsuccessful bids if a contract is not awarded. All costs will be borne by the bidding organisations. If a contract is created it will be upon BEIS Standard Terms and Conditions, which are available on Contracts Finder with this notice. Completed tender submission must be sent to Katie Halter at katie.halter@beis.gov.uk by the deadline stipulated above. Bid clarification, if necessary, will take place between 16 and 18 August 2017. If successful and upon contract signature, the supplier is expected to attend a kick-off meeting taking place on a date to be confirmed. Project completion is required by 31 March 2018.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-efa7ba3c-195b-4ce5-98e8-40eb417e470d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9fd4734-e9f1-4c57-9208-f8ac3a872ba2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,150 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20178 years ago
Contract Period
29 Aug 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BUSINESS ENERGY AND 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

MOTT MACDONALD

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