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title: "2308/DM - Summative Assessment for the Translational Energy Research Centre (TERC) (Building)"
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# 2308/DM - Summative Assessment for the Translational Energy Research Centre (TERC) (Building)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-86d133a0-e7a0-4623-ab23-a444a85bfdd2

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is conducting a procurement process for the Summative Assessment of the Translational Energy Research Centre (TERC) project. This initiative falls under the services category, specifically auditing services, with a contract value of £67,000. The tender, which follows an open procurement method, was published on 15th July 2019 and the submission deadline was set for 31st July 2019. The contract period is due to commence on 2nd September 2019 and conclude on 1st February 2023, with final outputs expected by 28th February 2023. The location for deliveries is in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consulting firms, particularly SMEs, specialising in auditing and consultancy services related to research and development. Businesses with expertise in low carbon energy technologies and project assessments would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, given its focus on supporting innovation and compliance with ERDF standards. Engaging with this project may allow businesses to expand their networks and capabilities within the growing low carbon energy sector.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield (UoS) with support funding from ERDF is establishing a PS19.9m Translational Energy Research Centre as an open access to business and academic users to a) provide innovation facilities to support local enterprises to develop low carbon energy products, and boost cooperation with research institutes; and b) demonstrate low carbon energy technologies. The project includes the construction of a two storey bespoke research facility as well as the procurement of RD&I equipment to be installed alongside equipment sourced under this and existing contracts. We are looking for an experienced consultant or organisation to carry out an interim Summative Assessment to satisfy ERDF compliance in accordance with ERDF summative assessment guidance and appendices (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/evaluation-of-the-european-regional-development-fund-2014-to-2020). The project commenced on 01/09/2018 and will finish on 01/12/2021, the final C34 outputs will be delivered by 28/02/2023 (along with final Summative Assessment Report and Summary). Additional information: All tender documents, enquiries & tender returns must be obtained & submitted, via the In-tend site through the link provided above

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84b52332-bf0c-4985-8327-2b90dfa2114c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Aug 2019 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2019 - 1 Feb 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £67,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EKOS CONSULTING (UK) LTD, TRADING AS EKOSGEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 28 Aug 2019 at 10:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84b52332-bf0c-4985-8327-2b90dfa2114c
- 15 Jul 2019 at 13:24 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8c64be3-c7c1-4b2d-a182-7ee68a636880

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84b52332-bf0c-4985-8327-2b90dfa2114c
  28th August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8c64be3-c7c1-4b2d-a182-7ee68a636880
  15th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home
  In-tend, e-tendering portal

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/evaluation-of-the-european-regional-development-fund-2014-to-2020

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