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title: "Energy system 'digital spine' feasibility study"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY"
published: "2023-02-21"
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# Energy system 'digital spine' feasibility study

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c7d74ece-3300-4b13-8e4d-c4fe7ed17711

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## Summary

The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy has completed the procurement process for the "Energy System 'Digital Spine' Feasibility Study" contract. This study aims to contribute to policy development for the digitalisation of the energy system to enhance energy security and achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The procurement method used was an open procedure (above threshold), with a tender period ending on 21st November 2022 and a contract period from 22nd February 2023 to 23rd August 2023.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses interested in feasibility studies for energy system digitalisation. As a service procurement, businesses experienced in digital technologies and energy systems would be well-suited to compete. The contract, awarded to Ove Arup & Partners Ltd, offers a chance for growth and innovation in the energy sector, supporting the UK's transition towards a more sustainable and secure energy future.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice for Energy System "Digital Spine" Feasibility Study The energy system 'digital spine' feasibility study is an opportunity to contribute to policy development for the digitalisation of our energy system. A smart, flexible energy system can improve our energy security and help deliver net zero by 2050 at least cost to the consumer.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dae1aec2-d988-4749-bd7c-623fbeea8d55 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2023 |
| Contract period | 22 Feb 2023 - 23 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £189,260 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £189,260 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79314000 - Feasibility study

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2023 at 15:24 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dae1aec2-d988-4749-bd7c-623fbeea8d55
- 20 Feb 2023 at 15:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dae1aec2-d988-4749-bd7c-623fbeea8d55

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dae1aec2-d988-4749-bd7c-623fbeea8d55
  21st February 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d6593271-b37d-496b-9c8f-327646c00af3
  Digital Spine Redacted contract Ove Arup & Partners
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c6fc8f37-b6fc-4648-875f-e1db1e5a921e
  Terms and Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ca04ff3c-f2be-4d04-b384-69232a42c2bb
  Competition Guidance

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