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title: "Industrial Electrification Investment Decision Research - Awarded contract"
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# Industrial Electrification Investment Decision Research - Awarded contract

Buyer: DESNZ  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-31de334a-8498-47d4-a4da-99bfa1c92c2e

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) involves an awarded contract titled "Industrial Electrification Investment Decision Research". The procurement falls under the research services category and encompasses multiple regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and other global locations. Provided through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, the contract runs from 3 February 2026 to 30 April 2026. This award was officially announced on 11 February 2026 and the supplier named is PA Consulting Services Limited, a large-scale enterprise. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the focus on research services aimed at industrial electrification investment decisions.

This contract presents significant potential for businesses within the research and consultancy sectors specialising in energy security and electrification. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find opportunities for collaboration or subcontracting, leveraging the expertise of established players like PA Consulting Services Limited. Engaging in such projects can bolster a business's credibility and foothold in the burgeoning field of industrial electrification, with ample opportunities for innovative research and consultancy solutions catered towards government strategies and frameworks.

## Notice

AWARDED CONTRACT NOTICE for the delivery of Industrial Electrification Investment Decision Research

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16f038bd-efb6-465b-8f74-1b4cb4e337af |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £139,771 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £139,771 |
| 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 | DESNZ |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M3 5BS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Blackfriars & Trinity |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PA CONSULTING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 10:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16f038bd-efb6-465b-8f74-1b4cb4e337af

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16f038bd-efb6-465b-8f74-1b4cb4e337af
  11th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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