--- title: "Valuing Domestic Properties Before and After Energy Efficiency Measures Have Been Installed" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-229676ce-32f4-43e7-acaf-c64f6aa0624a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-229676ce-32f4-43e7-acaf-c64f6aa0624a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-229676ce-32f4-43e7-acaf-c64f6aa0624a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-229676ce-32f4-43e7-acaf-c64f6aa0624a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY" published: "2018-01-09" --- # Valuing Domestic Properties Before and After Energy Efficiency Measures Have Been Installed Buyer: BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-229676ce-32f4-43e7-acaf-c64f6aa0624a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-229676ce-32f4-43e7-acaf-c64f6aa0624a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-229676ce-32f4-43e7-acaf-c64f6aa0624a.json) ## Summary The Business Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) is seeking tenders for a project entitled "Valuing Domestic Properties Before and After Energy Efficiency Measures Have Been Installed". This study aims to evaluate the price impact of installing solid wall insulation (SWI) in domestic properties, with a total budget of £50,000. The procurement is currently in the 'Tender' stage, with proposals due by 17:00 on 12 January 2018. The project will focus on properties in Birmingham, which has been confirmed as the location for the installation within the first half of 2018. The chosen contractor is expected to commence work from 22 January 2018, with the contract ending on 20 April 2018. This open procurement process is classified under research and development services and related consultancy services, following the open procedure below the threshold. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research, data analysis, and construction services related to energy efficiency. Companies specialising in qualitative and quantitative market analysis, as well as those with expertise in property valuation, will be well suited to compete. Additionally, businesses that can demonstrate local knowledge and experience in working with domestic properties in the West Midlands may have a competitive advantage, as the contract requires sourcing local contractors and surveyors for effective results. Successful engagement in this project could also pave the way for further contracts within the energy efficiency sector, contributing to long-term business growth. ## Notice This study is a proof of concept pilot for a larger scale study examining the price impact of installing solid wall insulation (SWI) to domestic properties. The budget of the project is PS50,000 excluding VAT, and will include homes that are set to have SWI installed in the first half of 2018 in Birmingham. (This location is now confirmed). The price effect of SWI is a complex matter due to its positive effect on energy performance, but ambiguous effect on other dwelling characteristics such as aesthetics, and negative impact on floor space (for internal insulation). This project aims to ascertain the price effect of SWI on property valuations by comparing them before and after the installation. It also aims to shed light on the decision-making process of property surveyors. The successful contractor is expected to carry out quantitative analysis on the price uplift associated with the installation of internal and/or external SWI from the properties included in the study. Concurrently, BEIS will undertake internal analysis of the National Energy Efficiency Data framework, to calculate the price uplift of energy performance improvements, expected if house buyers were valuing their benefits in a rational market. This information will be provided to the successful contractor to be compared against the observed effect. In order to shed light on surveyors' decision making process, the study must also include qualitative analysis. This will be achieved through interviews and analysis of surveyors' itemised valuations. This should identify the key drivers of valuations and explain their relative strengths, and supplement the quantitative findings. Marks will be awarded as specified in the ITT, with particular attention paid to the methodology. Tenders should include a schedule of interview questions, the number of interviews, and statistical methods to optimise the robustness of the findings. Marks for qualitative and quantitative analysis will be weighted equally. Bids will also be marked on their ability to source sufficient numbers of contractors in the project area (TBA, as discussed above). This is because in order to provide accurate valuations, surveyors need in-depth local knowledge. A full list of marking criteria and weights, and more in-depth suggested methodology can be found in the ITT document. Additional information: The findings of this study are hoped to assist the delivery of energy performance measures through ECO, as well as informing property valuation guidance published by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, with the aim of increasing their focus on energy performance. Further, findings will contribute to calls for evidence by the Energy Efficient Mortgages Action Plan, which aims to increase access to credit for house-buyers seeking to improve the energy efficiency of their properties. Therefore, this research project has potentially far-reaching impacts and may contribute to the achievement of both UK and EU energy efficiency targets and carbon budgets. How to Apply: If you wish to take part in this procurement please see the attached Tender documents attached to this Notice and send your completed Proposal to Calum Knox (calum.knox@beis.gov.uk) Any late submissions will not be considered. BEIS reserves the right to halt the procurement process and to not award a contract. BEIS will not be held liable for recovery of costs from unsuccessful bids if a contract is not awarded. All costs will be borne by the bidding organisations. If a contract is created it will be upon BEIS Standard Terms and Conditions, which are available on Contracts Finder with this notice. Please email your proposal by the deadline of 17:00 on 12/01/18 to calum.knox@beis.gov.uk. After reviewing and evaluating the written proposals, BEIS may decide to hold bid clarification meetings with suppliers. If successful and upon contract signature, the supplier is expected to attend a kick-off meeting taking place on 22/01/18. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e6b1972-4672-49c2-8896-28f8df7d06cc | | 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 | 9 Jan 2018 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 22 Jan 2018 - 20 May 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY | | 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 | TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 9 Jan 2018 at 17:24 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e6b1972-4672-49c2-8896-28f8df7d06cc - 21 Dec 2017 at 11:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e6b1972-4672-49c2-8896-28f8df7d06cc ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e6b1972-4672-49c2-8896-28f8df7d06cc 9th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/034ab071-047c-4a4b-92e9-94b1b15cdb59 Invitation to Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/599277d5-2840-4ada-a09a-7c5deae47c21 BEIS Standard Terms and Conditions for Services - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0c8312b0-da5d-473f-94e7-a15321520101 Updated Invitation to Tender 09.01.17 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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