--- title: "2022-066 development and assessment of reform options to local energy institutions and governance" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-20a86a9a-a542-4d69-835c-bc39bc9504df" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-20a86a9a-a542-4d69-835c-bc39bc9504df" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-20a86a9a-a542-4d69-835c-bc39bc9504df.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-20a86a9a-a542-4d69-835c-bc39bc9504df.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "OFGEM" published: "2022-06-23" --- # 2022-066 development and assessment of reform options to local energy institutions and governance Buyer: OFGEM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-20a86a9a-a542-4d69-835c-bc39bc9504df [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-20a86a9a-a542-4d69-835c-bc39bc9504df) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-20a86a9a-a542-4d69-835c-bc39bc9504df.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being conducted by Ofgem for the project titled "2022-066 development and assessment of reform options to local energy institutions and governance." This initiative falls under the industry category of energy-efficiency consultancy services and the procurement stage is currently at the Tender phase, which is set to conclude on 6th July 2022. The contract period will commence from 29th July 2022 and is expected to last until 18th November 2022. The procurement method employed is an open procedure below threshold, enabling a broad range of bids from eligible suppliers. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on consultancy and research services, especially those specialising in energy efficiency and governance frameworks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-positioned to compete due to the inclusive nature of the procurement process. Companies equipped with expertise in technical analysis, general management consultancy, and relevant research services will find this contract aligns with their offerings, enabling them to contribute to shaping the future of local energy governance. ## Notice The purpose of the Distribution System Operation (DSO) Governance review is to establish the changes needed to institutions and governance arrangements in order to deliver the energy system functions Ofgem consider are needed at a sub-national level to facilitate a timely and cost-effective net zero. This builds on our joint commitment with the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) to ensure that institutional arrangements governing the energy system are fit for purpose for the long term. Ofgem recently launched the review with a call for input, setting out and seeking evidence and views from stakeholders on the suitability of current and planned institutional and governance arrangements in place for delivery of energy system functions (energy system planning, real-time operation of local energy networks and market facilitation of flexible resources) and potential alternative arrangements. To facilitate input from stakeholders on the case for change and potential reform options, Ofgem included in the call for input sample framework models for alternative arrangements. These sample models range from relatively small changes such as governance reforms within existing institutions to drive effective delivery of energy system functions, to more significant reforms including reshaping the roles of existing institutions or setting up new institutions. Our next step is to compile perspectives and evidence on the case for change and further develop reform options through broad stakeholder engagement. Over the second half of this year, the focus will be on evaluating reform options, aiming to publicly set out conclusions by early 2023. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2e7824e-c4e8-4b61-8d30-3ee355f02e72 | | 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 | 23 Jun 2022 | | Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Jul 2022 - 18 Nov 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services - 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services - 73110000 - Research services - 73210000 - Research consultancy services - 79411000 - General management consultancy services ## Release History - 23 Jun 2022 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2e7824e-c4e8-4b61-8d30-3ee355f02e72 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2e7824e-c4e8-4b61-8d30-3ee355f02e72 23rd June 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN164640 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 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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