--- title: "FM21210 - Heat Network Zoning Pilot Programme - Model Development Consultant (MDC)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-272ecb80-436c-47b7-b865-e338e6f09b33" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-272ecb80-436c-47b7-b865-e338e6f09b33" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-272ecb80-436c-47b7-b865-e338e6f09b33.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-272ecb80-436c-47b7-b865-e338e6f09b33.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2024-10-04" --- # FM21210 - Heat Network Zoning Pilot Programme - Model Development Consultant (MDC) Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-272ecb80-436c-47b7-b865-e338e6f09b33 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-272ecb80-436c-47b7-b865-e338e6f09b33) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-272ecb80-436c-47b7-b865-e338e6f09b33.json) ## Summary The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS), on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), conducted the procurement process for the "FM21210 - Heat Network Zoning Pilot Programme - Model Development Consultant (MDC)." This contract, classified under "Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy," and various subcategories including environmental services and research consultancy, focuses on appointing consultants to develop models that identify heat network zones in designated cities and towns across England. The procurement utilised an open procedure method, with the tender submission period ending on 2nd December 2021 and the contract period running from 14th January 2022 to 13th January 2025. The pilot programme involved awarding a total value of £788,000 for the MDC portion, culminating with two contracts awarded: one to the Centre for Sustainable Energy with a value of £1,014,909.73 and another to Frazer-Nash Consultancy Limited for £164,300. This procurement offers significant growth opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in energy model development and environmental consultancy. The MDCs appointed will develop a standardised model capable of identifying heat network zones, which is crucial for advancing local energy strategies. Businesses equipped with robust modelling capabilities, experience in working with public sector projects, and the competency to provide long-term support and training will find this tender particularly aligned with their service offerings. The collaborative nature of the project, which involves ongoing support and consultancy, provides a platform for businesses to demonstrate their proficiency, potentially leading to further opportunities in government-led energy efficiency initiatives. ## Notice The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday 2nd December 2021 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) invite you to response to this Request for Proposal in support of the BEIS Heat Network Zoning Pilot Programme. BEIS are undertaking two simultaneous procurements in relation to the Programme: 1) Model Development Consultant(s) to develop model(s) to identify heat network zones 2) Zoning Technical Consultant(s) to work with local stakeholders to improve and refine the identification of heat network zones and undertake more detailed feasibility studies For absolute clarity, this procurement is only to appoint Model Development Consultant(s) and the Zoning Technical Consultants is out of scope of this procurement activity. MDCs are required to develop a standardised model capable of identifying heat network zones across Client-appointed cities and towns in England. Up to four model developers may be appointed to compete in the development of a model(s) that best meet the Clients requirements prior to the subsequent evaluation and selection of a preferred model(s) the Client assesses as suitable for implementation in the HNZ pilot. The evaluation process should result in a preferred model being taken forward into pilot implementation however BEIS may also elect to take more than one model or zero models forward. The relevant MDC(s) will also be required to provide training to ZTCs and ongoing model support and maintenance throughout the Programme. For absolute clarity, once the model(s) have been chosen after MDC Work Package 1 all remaining contracts will come to an end and will not proceed past MDC Work Package 1. A brief summary of the requirement has been provided above, please ensure you review the specification for full details of this requirement. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 7CJK577GYB Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The Contracting Authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of your organisation in doing so. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb0b624d-7c6a-474b-9605-7cfd1b4f4c73 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 23 Feb 2022 | | Contract period | 7 Feb 2022 - 31 Dec 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £788,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £1,179,209 | | 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | CENTRE FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY; FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 90700000 - Environmental services ## Release History - 4 Oct 2024 at 13:57 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb0b624d-7c6a-474b-9605-7cfd1b4f4c73 - 4 Oct 2024 at 13:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb0b624d-7c6a-474b-9605-7cfd1b4f4c73 - 28 Oct 2021 at 15:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c48f4739-28cb-4b65-96ef-0fa35673a667 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb0b624d-7c6a-474b-9605-7cfd1b4f4c73 4th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c48f4739-28cb-4b65-96ef-0fa35673a667 28th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47878777-0524-43eb-8b96-9198dc3ae074 FM21210 - Final Tender Documentation - https://www.delta-esourcing.com Delta eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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