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title: "Critical Friend Services for the Switching Programme"
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# Critical Friend Services for the Switching Programme

Buyer: OFGEM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4027b8f4-c162-49e9-875c-d3a945ce351d

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## Summary

The procurement process is being led by Ofgem, with the tender titled "Critical Friend Services for the Switching Programme". This contract falls within the industry category of project management consultancy services and is located in London, England. Currently in the Tender stage, the tender period is open until 6th September 2021, with a contract expected to commence on 1st October 2021 and running until 31st December 2022. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, and the estimated value of the contract is £100,000, with a minimum value of £80,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in project management and advisory support services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender specifies suitability for SMEs, making this an excellent chance for such businesses to gain substantial experience and credibility through collaboration with Ofgem on the Energy Switching Programme.

## Notice

This tender is for the provision of advisory support and member of the Delivery Board for the Energy Switching Programme through-out the life of the Programme. This role will support the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) in ensuring that the programme outcomes are delivered and that risks are identified and managed appropriately. This activity will provide independent assurance and key governance support on the programme to the SRO and Programme Director on; Governance Challenge Capabilities Relationships Time Commitment Reporting Lines

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6d88cc6-478c-4232-983b-6bc1ca39a54a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2021 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71314000 - Energy and related services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2021 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6d88cc6-478c-4232-983b-6bc1ca39a54a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6d88cc6-478c-4232-983b-6bc1ca39a54a
  20th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG162600
  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

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