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Power Sector Model (BID3)

DESNZ

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16 Apr 2025 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has successfully completed a procurement process for the transition to a new power sector model, BID3, replacing the Dynamic Dispatch Model (DDM). This contract, valued at £427,000, has been directly awarded to Lane Clark & Peacock LLP. The contract period is from 28 March 2025 to 28 December 2025, covering services in the energy sector, and it aims to meet the department's interim electrical modelling needs. The procurement falls under the energy and related services industry category and is intended for delivery across various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and United Kingdom. The award notice was published on 16 April 2025.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for companies involved in energy services, particularly those specialising in electrical modelling and analytical support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitable nature of the project for such businesses. With DESNZ seeking to integrate BID3 into its decision-making processes, suppliers offering innovative solutions in energy modelling could see significant growth and potential for long-term collaboration with the department.

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Notice Title

Power Sector Model (BID3)

Notice Description

DESNZ is currently transitioning from its current power sector model, the Dynamic Dispatch Model (DDM), to a new power sector model (BID3). We anticipate it will take some time before BID3 is properly integrated into analytical and decision-making processes. This contract is designed to fulfil the department's interim ongoing need for electricity modelling.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f17ab9cd-cd7e-465b-8e53-fc19d0498a06
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/288c700e-ab05-4f6d-893e-2ea1602b96a5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct Award Approach
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£427,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£427,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2025 - 28 Dec 2025 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
DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AW
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

LANE CLARK & PEACOCK

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