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China Offshore Market Engagement

ORE CATAPULT

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "China Offshore Market Engagement" involves ORE Catapult, a public undertaking located in Glasgow, UK, engaging with Chinese wind turbine manufacturers and R&D institutes. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting research and development services and related consultancy. The process reached the award stage with a contract beginning on 30th September 2025 and concluding on 31st August 2027. The method used was a direct award due to the supplier's pre-existing relationships and extensive expertise in the Chinese wind sector. The procurement is valued at £160,000 GBP with a gross amount of £192,000 GBP, and the contract is active as of 24th September 2025.

This tender represents valuable opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in renewable energy, research, and development services. Companies with expertise in international market engagement and those with strong networks within China and the UK would be particularly well-suited to compete for such tenders. The emphasis on building strategic partnerships and the direct engagement approach highlights the importance of having proven industry experience and existing connections, offering immediate value without unnecessary onboarding. This opportunity could enable businesses to strengthen their presence and expertise in the expanding offshore wind energy market both in the UK and China.

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Notice Title

China Offshore Market Engagement

Notice Description

The purpose of this direct award is to engage with the top/senior management within Chinese wind turbine manufacturers, Tier 1 suppliers and R&D institutes. Leveraging SEI's unique expertise and exclusive relationships with Chinese wind sector/OEMs, SEI will support OREC in coordinate/facilitate executive meetings, strategic visits, and establish business collaborations. To view this notice, please click here: https://orecatapult.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=982394720

Procurement Information

SEI's proven track record and comprehensive understanding of both OREC and Chinese markets eliminate the need for costly onboarding or delays, providing immediate value. Their leadership team has strong ties to influential alumni networks from top institutions like Tsinghua University and the University of Cambridge. These connections, paired with decades of industry experience, enable SEI to effectively leverage relationships with key decision-makers in China.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a0eb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059274-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORE CATAPULT
Contact Name
Sian Kerrison
Contact Email
sian.kerrison@ore.catapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
01234567890

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1RD
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SUSTAINABILITY ENERGY INNOVATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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