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title: "Evaluation of Electricity Transmission Network Infrastructure Bill Discount Scheme and Community Funds Guidance."
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# Evaluation of Electricity Transmission Network Infrastructure Bill Discount Scheme and Community Funds Guidance.

Buyer: DESNZ  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-900c01b9-bf67-4ea7-a2a6-89a4e84f0b4d

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Evaluation of Electricity Transmission Network Infrastructure Bill Discount Scheme and Community Funds Guidance" has been completed by the buying organisation DESNZ, based in Swindon, England. The procurement, classified under CPV code 73210000 for research consultancy services, was executed through a selective method as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system via the Government Commercial Agency RM6126 Research and Insights DPS. The contract, valued at £640,000 GBP, commenced on 10th July 2026 and will conclude on 30th March 2029, covering regions including the United Kingdom and several overseas territories.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, primarily for SMEs and VCSEs in the field of research consultancy within the energy sector. The awarded contract, amounting to £614,339 GBP, was secured by Verian Group UK Ltd, a large-scale supplier. Businesses specialising in research and insights, particularly those with the capability to assess policy impacts on electricity transmission networks, are well-suited to benefit from similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a company's portfolio and expand its reach across diverse geographical locations.

## Notice

****This is an Award Notice, Not a Call for Competition**** Requirement was sourced via Government Commercial Agency RM6126 Research and Insights DPS for the provision of Evaluation of Electricity Transmission Network Infrastructure Bill Discount Scheme and Community Funds Guidance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bab08f5-d252-4cb5-bc1d-1fa1990fc256 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Jul 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £640,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £614,339 |
| 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 | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VERIAN GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2026 at 14:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bab08f5-d252-4cb5-bc1d-1fa1990fc256

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bab08f5-d252-4cb5-bc1d-1fa1990fc256
  27th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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