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title: "Provision of Energy Generation / Battery Storage Consultancy Services - revised requirement"
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buyer: "BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Provision of Energy Generation / Battery Storage Consultancy Services - revised requirement

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c012ad6e-4229-444d-bbcd-5f9b6894123a

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council is currently seeking consultancy services for the provision of energy generation and battery storage. This procurement process falls under the industry category of energy and related services and is active as of 9th September 2019. The tender, titled "Provision of Energy Generation / Battery Storage Consultancy Services - revised requirement," aims to assess the technical and financial viability of investing in battery storage alongside solar generation at various key sites in Bedford. The deadline for submissions is 4th October 2019, with the contract expected to commence on 25th November 2019 and last until 24th November 2021.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in energy, renewable solutions, and infrastructure projects. Particularly suitable businesses include those with expertise in technical assessments, financial modelling, and project management within the energy sector. Eligible small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find a unique opportunity to engage with the council, providing strategic services that could pave the way for greater involvement in future energy projects.

## Notice

Bedford Borough Council are investigating the opportunity to invest in battery storage co-located with solar generation at several key sites in Bedford. To facilitate this, the Council requires a consultant to lead on this project to assess its technical and financial viability, helping the Council to make an informed decision to progress this project. If found viable, the consultant will then support the Council to choose a developer for the site (using Council procurement and contractual procedures) and oversee the implementation of the project. Please note that the successful consultant would be unable to bid for any subsequent development/ construction contracts that form part of this project, remaining impartial and independent. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ce6df08-e65a-44f8-9ac5-9a5232703890 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Nov 2019 - 24 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ENGLAND |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 31422000 - Battery packs
- 71314000 - Energy and related services

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2019 at 09:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ce6df08-e65a-44f8-9ac5-9a5232703890
- 9 Sep 2019 at 09:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ce6df08-e65a-44f8-9ac5-9a5232703890

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ce6df08-e65a-44f8-9ac5-9a5232703890
  9th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Provenance

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