--- title: "Programme Management Contractor (PMC) for UK hydrogen for heat demonstration" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0c1df7e5-1ef2-4e2f-b867-6c1fa4493029" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0c1df7e5-1ef2-4e2f-b867-6c1fa4493029" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c1df7e5-1ef2-4e2f-b867-6c1fa4493029.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c1df7e5-1ef2-4e2f-b867-6c1fa4493029.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED" published: "2021-12-23" --- # Programme Management Contractor (PMC) for UK hydrogen for heat demonstration Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c1df7e5-1ef2-4e2f-b867-6c1fa4493029 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0c1df7e5-1ef2-4e2f-b867-6c1fa4493029) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c1df7e5-1ef2-4e2f-b867-6c1fa4493029.json) ## Summary The tender titled "Programme Management Contractor (PMC) for UK hydrogen for heat demonstration" is issued by BIP Solutions Limited, focused on supporting UK hydrogen policy goals. This procurement falls under the research and development services sector, showcasing activities aimed at meeting the UK's 2050 carbon targets. The current stage of this procurement is in the active phase of execution, with a contract period commencing from 3rd November 2017 through to 31st March 2022. While the initial tender period ended on 11th August 2017, the modifications allow for continued services until March 2022, reflecting delays encountered due to COVID-19 and hydrogen supply challenges. The project encompasses multiple packages, including establishing appliance testing capabilities and conducting trials for hydrogen appliances across various British territories. This opportunity is well-suited for businesses specialising in research, consultancy, and technical management within the energy sector, particularly those with experience in hydrogen technologies or related fields. Companies looking to expand their services could leverage this contract to enter a growing market focused on sustainable energy solutions. The inclusion of small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) indicates an emphasis on fostering diverse competition in a sector that is increasingly pivotal to meeting environmental goals. Engaging in this tender could significantly enhance capabilities in hydrogen applications and broaden market reach. ## Notice Modification Notice Original description: The programme will support and inform future policy analysis and understanding of the potential for hydrogen use to contribute to meeting the UK's 2050 carbon targets. The programme is intended to complete by end of March 2021 and consist of 9 packages: (1) Programme management (2) Definition of a hydrogen quality standard (3) Establishing an appliance and equipment testing capability (4) Development of domestic hydrogen appliances (5) Understanding commercial appliances (6) Understanding industrial appliances (7) Assessment of suitability of existing buildings (8) Trialing hydrogen appliances in unoccupied buildings (9) Preparations for occupied consumer trial. For background information, the full specification and further information on this project please see the ITT and related documents attached to this notice. Description of the modifications Variation to allow continuation of services for technical advice and programme management to the end of March 2022. This requirement is in response to extended delivery timelines for contracted work packages due to contractor delays due to COVID-19 and hydrogen supply issues for testing work. A requirement for technical management and support services is required in response to extended delivery timescales for appliance development. Description of the circumstances which rendered the modification necessary and explanation of the unforeseen nature of these circumstances: Contract variation to vary existing contract with Arup+ in their role as PMC for the Hy4Heat programme to allow continuation of technical and programme management of work package delivery and oversight to March 2022. Allows OEM contracts running late due to COVID and hydrogen supply issues to be properly supervised to realise intended benefit. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aae7c9de-201d-4755-acb8-c762e9c6a513 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 10 Aug 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Nov 2017 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | 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 | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1H 0ET | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 23 Dec 2021 at 11:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aae7c9de-201d-4755-acb8-c762e9c6a513 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aae7c9de-201d-4755-acb8-c762e9c6a513 23rd December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=652797993 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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