--- title: "PS21174 - Green Heat Network Fund Evaluation v2" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-de86b159-62d1-466f-afaf-e891f5074d32" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-de86b159-62d1-466f-afaf-e891f5074d32" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-de86b159-62d1-466f-afaf-e891f5074d32.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-de86b159-62d1-466f-afaf-e891f5074d32.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2022-01-12" --- # PS21174 - Green Heat Network Fund Evaluation v2 Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-de86b159-62d1-466f-afaf-e891f5074d32 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-de86b159-62d1-466f-afaf-e891f5074d32) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-de86b159-62d1-466f-afaf-e891f5074d32.json) ## Summary The UK Shared Business Services Limited is currently in the planning stage of the procurement process for the tender titled "PS21174 - Green Heat Network Fund Evaluation v2". This tender falls under the research and development consultancy services sector and is based in Swindon, England. The engagement end date for potential suppliers is set for 27th January 2022, with the requirement expected to be launched in the week commencing 31st January 2022. This tender will utilise the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights Dynamic Purchasing System for submissions, and businesses must register on this platform prior to the launch date for consideration. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those with expertise in low-carbon technologies and heat network evaluations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, provided they are registered on the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. The evaluation will focus on understanding the effectiveness of the Green Heat Network Fund in promoting low-carbon heat generation, making it a suitable project for businesses equipped to conduct in-depth research and apply theory-based evaluation methodologies. ## Notice ***THIS PIN NOTICE IS TO NOTIFY SUPPLIERS OF A POTENTIAL UPCOMING REQUIREMENT THAT WILL BE ADVERTISED THROUGH THE CCS RM6126 RESEARCH & INSIGHTS DPS *** ***This is NOT a call for competition*** In a previous PIN (PS21174 - Green Heat Network Fund Evaluation) this opportunity was notified as being advertised on the CCS RM6018 Research Marketplace DPS. This PIN is to inform suppliers of a change to the previous PIN and that the opportunity will now be advertised through the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS following a review of available frameworks and the approaching end date of RM6018. The route to market for this tender will be via CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS (www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6126) and to bid for this work the lead contractor will need to be registered on the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS prior to the requirement being launched. The requirement is expected to be launched week commencing Monday, 31st January 2022, therefore, we advise contractors who are interested in bidding for this work to register on to the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS as soon as possible to ensure registration is completed before the tender is launched. Noting that CCS have confirmed that this can take circa 15 days from registration. Research Summary The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) wishes to commission an evaluation of the Green Heat Network Fund (GHNF) project. The GHNF is a capital grant programme providing funding for low-carbon heat generation and primary distribution for both new and existing heat networks. A heat network is a distribution system of insulated pipes that take heat from a central source and deliver it to a number of buildings, and they are a crucial aspect of the critical path to decarbonising heat. The GHNF will address barriers to developing low-carbon heat networks, and will contribute towards creating a sustainable heat networks market. Project sponsors (public, private and third sector) will apply directly to the fund, which will be operated by a Delivery Partner on behalf of BEIS. BEIS expects the study to deliver interim and final process, impact and economic evaluations, beginning with a scoping exercise in April 2022 and continuing until March 2027, two years after the scheme closes to applicants. Interim findings will be used to inform any changes to the GHNF scheme design, and future policy. Given the complex nature of the GHNF and its interactions, a complexity-appropriate approach to planning and delivering the evaluation is essential. BEIS expects contractors to primarily use a theory-based approach, to understand in depth the reasons why and how the scheme did or did not achieve its desired outcomes. We are open to suggestions from contractors on specific methodologies but expect the evaluation to develop and be underpinned by a theory of change. Please see Attachments for further information on the Research Summary. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11b4d067-82da-4b26-bd31-9f26dee3fb12 | | Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Jan 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 27 Jan 2022 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics ## Release History - 12 Jan 2022 at 17:00 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11b4d067-82da-4b26-bd31-9f26dee3fb12 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11b4d067-82da-4b26-bd31-9f26dee3fb12 12th January 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9b9844f5-6681-4104-ab71-c91e36eae8b4 PS21174 - Research Summary - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d7c27b46-e7bc-4e56-9ddd-4982688029ed PS21174 - GHNF Evaluation Supplier Day (Slide Pack) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f358162-edbc-40a8-8366-07f298e8f32f PS21174 - Green Heat Network Fund Evaluation (Previous PIN). ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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