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# 2 x Interim Principal Economists

Buyer: WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d52f533e-e347-4922-9d49-f96120b516db

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) seeking two Interim Principal Economists to support the development of water supply infrastructure. The tender, titled "2 x Interim Principal Economists," falls under the category of general management consultancy services and is located in Birmingham and London, United Kingdom. The procurement method used is an 'Other - ESPO Framework', and the contract period is set from 19 April 2021 to 19 July 2021. The tender period ended on 8 April 2021, with a contract value of £52,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for consultancy firms or individual economists specialising in regulatory frameworks and economic analysis, particularly those with experience in the water sector. Businesses that are well-suited to compete for this contract include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) skilled in providing innovative economic strategies and insights to help shape infrastructure development. With the growing emphasis on sustainable water management, firms that can demonstrate technical expertise and strategic leadership will be highly competitive in this process.

## Notice

The development of nationally significant water supply infrastructure is a positive step towards ensuring resilient supplies of water. This requires new and innovative thinking around the way that we regulate water supply infrastructure. You will be responsible for: Shaping the policy framework for how we regulate infrastructure projects under different commercial models to encourage the long term development of water supply options. Exploring the opportunities for wholesale water markets and trading, including bulk transfers between water companies, and water trading models to efficient allocate water between different types of user Shaping the key commercial principles that ensure that costs, risk and rewards are allocated in a way that ensure that the interests of water customers are protected and that outcomes are delivered. Examining the institutional arrangements to ensure the co-ordinated development, delivery and operation of water infrastructure across the sector; DocuSign Envelope ID: D79B523C-CF3C-4791-AD0C-F39471BF1F48 (c) ESPO 2015 No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means without the permission of ESPO. Guidance contained in this document is intended for use by ESPO employees however it is made available to ESPO customers. ESPO customers must seek their own legal advice as to the content and drafting of this document. 3S-18-Framework Agreement Service Provider-Issue-2_14022019 Page 4 of 80 Providing economic analysis and advice to support the assessment of the infrastructure projects through the gateway process managed by RAPID, including evaluating the public value benefits of schemes; We need highly motivated economists to help RAPID shape the commercial, regulatory and institutional arrangements that will have a tangible and meaningful impact on society for many generations to come. The successful candidates are expected to have a strong foundation in technical economic skills. They will also bring intellectual leadership, show strategic awareness and strong leadership skills to the roles. Additional information: For further information, please contact procurement@ofwat.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/745fbb61-21c6-4145-bd64-5ab7894d4dee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - ESPO Framework |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | 18 Apr 2021 - 19 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £52,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2021 at 17:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/745fbb61-21c6-4145-bd64-5ab7894d4dee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/745fbb61-21c6-4145-bd64-5ab7894d4dee
  18th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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