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title: "External Support for the assessment of RAPID's Accelerated Gate 1 Submissions"
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# External Support for the assessment of RAPID's Accelerated Gate 1 Submissions

Buyer: WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-15baf449-35dc-4a87-b4b4-665abc3ea9e1

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## Summary

The Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) has completed a procurement process for "External Support for the assessment of RAPID's Accelerated Gate 1 Submissions." This contract falls under the general management consultancy services sector and was active in the United Kingdom, specifically in Birmingham and London. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with bids submitted up until 27th August 2020. The contract, valued at £169,889, commenced on 14th September 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in management consultancy. Businesses that are adept in project management, evaluation frameworks, and risk assessment would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract allows firms to work closely with Ofwat's project team, thereby enhancing their reputation and expanding their experience within the UK water regulatory sector.

## Notice

External Support for the assessment of RAPID's Accelerated Gate 1 Submissions (PROC.01.0665) 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. The Contractor will have access to the submissions supported by a number of appendices and will be working as part of structured assessment team. The assessment will be carried out using a proportionate and risk based approach using a framework that incorporates assessment criteria supported by a number of tests. We will provide training on the assessment framework, criteria and outcomes prior to the work commencing. To ensure consistency in assessment we have developed a structured evaluation template which covers: Assessment of completeness and quality of the submission based on 5 quality criteria underpinned by assessment challenges1 The extent of delivery incentive and penalty that may apply to submissions that do not meet these criteria Identification of remedial actions that would influence the assessment at the next gate and the extent of penalties applied Decision on whether further funding should be allowed for the solution to progress The contractor must complete the evaluation pro forma and provide an accompanying commentary setting out the key findings, issues and risks drawn out from their assessment. The Contractor will be responsible for undertaking the analysis and prepare a report to a standard sufficient to be included as part of our formal recommendations. This would be in a form agreed with RAPID in advance. This work will require the Contractor to undertake detailed analysis, working closely with and under the direction of our project team. The Contractor is not expected to present to external stakeholders or act on our behalf with stakeholders. Any internal or external presentation of the assessment will remain with us, but the Contractor may be required to contribute where necessary. Additional information: For further information, please contact procurement@ofwat.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bbc0824-cd30-40f2-b7c3-498fedc1493b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 13 Sep 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £169,889 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £169,889 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOTT MACDONALD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2021 at 12:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bbc0824-cd30-40f2-b7c3-498fedc1493b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bbc0824-cd30-40f2-b7c3-498fedc1493b
  19th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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