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title: "Interim regulatory economics and policy advisor"
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buyer: "WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)"
published: "2017-07-31"
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# Interim regulatory economics and policy advisor

Buyer: WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5bcd51e5-a518-4535-b59e-c8529459dc1d

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## Summary

The Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) is conducting an open tender for the position of an interim regulatory economics and policy advisor, with the intent to enhance the PR19 methodology document. This opportunity falls within the services sector, specifically under supply services of personnel. The tender was published on 31st July 2017 and is set to close on 8th August 2017, with the contract anticipated to commence on 4th September 2017 and run until 29th December 2017. The service locations include the West Midlands and London, and the total value of the contract is approximately £55,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in regulatory consultancy, economic advisory services, and temporary staffing solutions. It is particularly aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have the capacity to provide expert personnel for governmental and public sector projects. Companies with a strong understanding of water regulation and economic policy analysis will be especially competitive in this procurement process.

## Notice

We are looking for an interim regulatory economics and policy advisor to help us with ensure that the PR19 methodology document and approach is robust, has a clear and strong strategic narrative and will deliver the four PR19 key themes of great customer service, resilience, affordable bills and innovation. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with work-streams leads across the Water 2020 programme to deliver a robust methodology. This will include setting out requirements for the methodology and appendices, reviewing and assessing work and making recommendations for improvements to policy and documentation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0c42844-5621-48b7-a8d7-d4ebc9b04703 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2017 - 29 Dec 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £55,000 |
| 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 | WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT) |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 4UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2017 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0c42844-5621-48b7-a8d7-d4ebc9b04703

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0c42844-5621-48b7-a8d7-d4ebc9b04703
  31st July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.mytenders.org/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL145813
  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.ofwat.gov.uk/

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