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title: "(NU/1433-25) H2-CHP: The Provision of Business Consultancy to Assist Commercialisation of University Research."
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# (NU/1433-25) H2-CHP: The Provision of Business Consultancy to Assist Commercialisation of University Research.

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-32298458-a8b1-4924-80e8-52f7d9bf3bc7

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Newcastle University seeking to engage a business consultancy to assist in commercialising university research, specifically focusing on hydrogen technologies. The tender, titled “(NU/1433-25) H2-CHP”, was awarded to H2 optimal on 11th January 2022 for a sum of £28,000. The contract period runs from 12th January 2022 to 10th October 2022. This initiative falls under the industry category of business and management consultancy and aims to stimulate growth within the hydrogen economy in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a selective restricted procedure, with the tender application having closed on 9th November 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in hydrogen technologies and sustainable business practices. Firms that have scientific knowledge and experience in working with research institutions would be well-positioned to leverage this contract to enhance their market engagement and expand their service offerings. The focus on establishing investment propositions and interacting with grant providers suggests a growing demand for consultancy skills tailored to innovative technology commercialisation, making it an attractive area for SMEs looking to grow their footprint in the clean energy sector.

## Notice

The UK intends to become carbon neutral by 2050. New technologies from university laboratories will be a major element of this move, particularly regarding the application of hydrogen technologies. The Executive will be expected to work closely with members of this research group to; * engage with active members of the UK hydrogen economy, * establish the true market potential of H2-CHP Ltd, * build H2-CHP as an investable proposition, * lead H2-CHP to its first investment The executive will take responsibility for all business related tasks, they will be expected to have the necessary scientific vocabulary required to interact with the researchers, and, the business vocabulary and knowledge to build a sustainable business. The appointed Executive will be expected to work closely with Prof Tony Roskilly and members of his research group to; * Engage with active members of the UK hydrogen economy, especially grant providers and the activity based on Teesside and the other industrial clusters. * Establish the true market potential of H2-CHP in a report and presentation. * Write H2-CHP's first business plan. * Use knowledge about the hydrogen economy, market, and business plan developed above to create an investment proposition, slide deck, and presentation pitch. suitable for a first round of investment. * Present the investment proposition to potential investors. * Apply for appropriate grants as they arise. * Attend to all non-scientific/technical activities related to the creation of H2-CHP Ltd The overall purpose is to lead the creation of a sustainable North East business utilising Durham University developed technology.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bb30655-027e-42ab-b5e5-c4ac3edd0d77 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 12 Jan 2022 - 10 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | H2 OPTIMAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2022 at 09:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bb30655-027e-42ab-b5e5-c4ac3edd0d77

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bb30655-027e-42ab-b5e5-c4ac3edd0d77
  19th January 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk

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