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LIT0699 - Research into Network Investment Costs of the Heat Transition for Scotland

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has conducted a public procurement for the project titled "LIT0699 - Research into Network Investment Costs of the Heat Transition for Scotland." This initiative falls under the education sector and is located in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement process was initiated through an open tender method and has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 7th June 2022. The total contract value is £80,500 and is designated for completion by 30th November 2022. The project aims to assess the potential network investment costs linked to Scotland's heat transition, focusing on consumer impacts, particularly those at risk of fuel poverty. Interested parties should refer to the official documents provided in the tender notice.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research, particularly those with expertise in climate and energy transition studies. Companies with a proven track record in providing detailed analysis and addressing consumer-related issues within the energy sector would be well-positioned to participate in future procurements of this nature. Given the emphasis on economic and technical capabilities, firms must demonstrate robust experience and an adequate capacity to meet the project's requirements, which may include diverse expertise applicable to higher education institutions.

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Notice Title

LIT0699 - Research into Network Investment Costs of the Heat Transition for Scotland

Notice Description

On behalf of the Scottish Government, ClimateXChange wishes to commission research to explore the potential network investment costs of the heat transition for Scotland. The work should provide greater clarity on the likely range of costs, and likely impacts on consumers, including those in, or at risk of, fuel poverty.

Lot Information

Lot 1

On behalf of the Scottish Government, ClimateXChange wishes to commission research to explore the potential network investment costs of the heat transition for Scotland. The work should provide greater clarity on the likely range of costs, and likely impacts on consumers, including those in, or at risk of, fuel poverty.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000690663
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN452428
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

09310000 - Electricity

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20223 years ago
Contract Period
6 Jun 2022 - 30 Nov 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Catriona Lawson
Contact Email
c.e.lawson@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502508

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446356
    LIT0699 - Research into Network Investment Costs of the Heat Transition for Scotland - On behalf of the Scottish Government, ClimateXChange wishes to commission research to explore the potential network investment costs of the heat transition for Scotland. The work should provide greater clarity on the likely range of costs, and likely impacts on consumers, including those in, or at risk of, fuel poverty.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN452428
    LIT0699 - Research into Network Investment Costs of the Heat Transition for Scotland - On behalf of the Scottish Government, ClimateXChange wishes to commission research to explore the potential network investment costs of the heat transition for Scotland. The work should provide greater clarity on the likely range of costs, and likely impacts on consumers, including those in, or at risk of, fuel poverty.

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