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title: "Independent Academic Advisor for RIIO-GD2"
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# Independent Academic Advisor for RIIO-GD2

Buyer: OFGEM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-102073b3-6459-455e-a979-9037813fcbef

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Ofgem, the regulatory authority for the electricity and gas markets in Great Britain, seeking to appoint an Independent Academic Advisor to assist in developing their RIIO-GD2 cost assessment methodology. This tender, titled "Independent Academic Advisor for RIIO-GD2", falls under the services category, specifically within economic impact assessment and energy-related services. The procurement method is an open procedure, with submissions due by 26 October 2018. The contract is anticipated to commence on 9 November 2018 and continue until 29 March 2019, with an estimated value of £10,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in economic assessment, energy consultancy, and financial advisory services to secure a contract with a significant regulatory body. Companies with robust capabilities in econometrics, benchmarking, and technical training are particularly well-suited to compete. The relatively short duration of the contract and the open procurement method encourage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, potentially leading to future engagements in energy cost management and regulatory compliance.

## Notice

The RIIO GD team are seeking to appoint an academic adviser to support us as we develop our approach to RIIO-GD2 cost assessment. The independent academic advisor should have - strong econometric and benchmarking skills, - experience applying these skills to help determine (or challenge) price control allowances of regulated companies, - proven ability to provide training and guidance / mentoring of individuals in these areas, - ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and simply, and - (ideally) familiarity with the RIIO framework. The precise scope of work will develop as our work does and is likely to be no more than 10 days work over 5 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4c14eec-4124-408e-9225-6530c4e5f155 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Nov 2018 - 29 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| 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 | OFGEM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 66171000 - Financial consultancy services
- 71314000 - Energy and related services
- 71314200 - Energy-management services
- 79311410 - Economic impact assessment

## Release History

- 18 Oct 2018 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4c14eec-4124-408e-9225-6530c4e5f155

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4c14eec-4124-408e-9225-6530c4e5f155
  18th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT155648
  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.ofgem.gov.uk

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