--- title: "PROC.01.0665 - External support for the assessment of RAPID's accelerated gate one submissions" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0b90b5d2-a4eb-4470-a098-95e170715b61" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0b90b5d2-a4eb-4470-a098-95e170715b61" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0b90b5d2-a4eb-4470-a098-95e170715b61.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0b90b5d2-a4eb-4470-a098-95e170715b61.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)" published: "2020-08-06" --- # PROC.01.0665 - External support for the assessment of RAPID's accelerated gate one submissions Buyer: WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0b90b5d2-a4eb-4470-a098-95e170715b61 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0b90b5d2-a4eb-4470-a098-95e170715b61) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0b90b5d2-a4eb-4470-a098-95e170715b61.json) ## Summary The Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) is currently conducting a tender (PROC.01.0665) for external support in assessing accelerated submissions from water companies under the RAPID programme. This procurement is categorised under general management consultancy services, with an emphasis on environmental engineering consultancy. The tender, valued at £120,000, is set to conclude on 27 August 2020, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 9 September 2020 and run until 31 March 2021. The delivery addresses are located in the West Midlands and London, United Kingdom, and the procurement method follows an open procedure below the designated threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in environmental and management consulting. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. Businesses with expertise in regulatory compliance, project assessment, and consultancy services in the water sector are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could enhance their visibility and client portfolio within the public sector. ## Notice Resourcing for the RAPID gated assessment submissions from water companies. This work will consist of a desk-based assessment of each of the received submissions and appended documentation. It will support the development of RAPID's recommendations and Ofwat's final decisions. Key tasks include: Assessment of submissions Report to support recommendations Review of representations Post Assessment & Review Support (Call-off terms) Minimum support requirements 1 Consultant per submission (3-4 submissions expected) 2 Consultants to review the assessments and Quality Assure the reports NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=219941. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. 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Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/360f69a3-2cb5-4aca-b1e5-6f210165b073 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Aug 2020 | | Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 8 Sep 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £120,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT) | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B5 4UA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Ladywood | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services - 79411000 - General management consultancy services ## Release History - 6 Aug 2020 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/360f69a3-2cb5-4aca-b1e5-6f210165b073 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/360f69a3-2cb5-4aca-b1e5-6f210165b073 6th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG160201 NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided. ## Notice URLs - http://www.ofwat.gov.uk/ - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=219941 - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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