--- title: "Strengthening the enabling environment for accelerated decarbonisation of India's Energy Sector" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1df4a6b0-e8b4-458c-aabe-29ce16aa83f2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1df4a6b0-e8b4-458c-aabe-29ce16aa83f2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1df4a6b0-e8b4-458c-aabe-29ce16aa83f2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1df4a6b0-e8b4-458c-aabe-29ce16aa83f2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED" published: "2025-09-08" --- # Strengthening the enabling environment for accelerated decarbonisation of India's Energy Sector Buyer: PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1df4a6b0-e8b4-458c-aabe-29ce16aa83f2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1df4a6b0-e8b4-458c-aabe-29ce16aa83f2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1df4a6b0-e8b4-458c-aabe-29ce16aa83f2.json) ## Summary The procurement process, organised by Palladium International Limited, seeks to solidify the framework for the rapid decarbonisation of India's energy sector. This tender, titled "Strengthening the enabling environment for accelerated decarbonisation of India's Energy Sector", is classified under the CPV code 09000000 for energy-related services and includes additional classifications such as research, development, and business services. The tender is located in India, with key dates including the end of the tender period on 20th October 2025, and an anticipated contract start date of 24th November 2025, lasting until the end of 2026. The procurement is at the 'tender' stage, using an open procedure method above the threshold, indicating broad potential participation. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities by inviting suppliers with expertise in areas like undersea grid interconnectors, energy storage projects, grid modernisation, and carbon markets to engage in a substantial project valued at £900,000. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) have been highlighted as suitable contenders, encouraging diverse participation. Enterprises with backgrounds in technical consultancy, energy solutions, and related services should consider applying, as the project aligns well with the pressing energy transition needs in India and offers a platform for showcasing technical innovation and capability in global energy markets. ## Notice India needs to scale up its energy supply quickly to support its growth and development plans. At the same time, the Indian government has committed to accelerate its energy transition, setting targets such as 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy and a 45% reduction in emissions intensity by 2030, energy independence by 2047 and net zero by 2070. This Request for Quotation (RfQ) addresses the energy sector priorities agreed at the fourth UK-India Energy Dialogue (February 2025) and will deliver the themes under the Climate and Clean Energy pillar of India-UK Vision 2035. This RfQ is seeking a supplier to support and provide technical assistance to the following areas: 1. Undersea grid interconnectors 2. Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) 3. Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) 4. Grid modernisation and effective operations 5. Carbon markets 6. Offshore wind Interested suppliers/consortia are encouraged to review the RfQ documentation and submit your proposal in accordance with the instructions above by the Close Date and Time. This RFQ includes the following materials: Schedule 1 - Terms of Reference Schedule 2 - Instructions for submission Schedule 3 - Terms and Conditions Annex I - RFQ Response Form Annex II - Budget and workplan template Annex III - DUM Brochure ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3f3d83-0157-4bca-9532-65dc1ba4d825 | | 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 | 8 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 24 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £900,000 | | 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 | PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC1Y 8LZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington | | Local authority | Islington | | Electoral ward | Bunhill | | Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 8 Sep 2025 at 10:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3f3d83-0157-4bca-9532-65dc1ba4d825 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3f3d83-0157-4bca-9532-65dc1ba4d825 8th September 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/76c2043d-27f9-4a4c-892e-7cdcc2ccab16 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eeb3c7b9-f911-4cac-ba35-cdc46ed450c7 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/107aad0e-e94c-4d48-bf8f-bca663a575e6 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/63847590-394b-43f2-88e7-9ff955838365 ## Notice URLs - https://www.ukpact.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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