--- title: "Accelerating high-voltage direct current (HVDC) development in Vietnam" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f9f25078-d7d2-467a-8c1e-c75ccee17622" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f9f25078-d7d2-467a-8c1e-c75ccee17622" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f9f25078-d7d2-467a-8c1e-c75ccee17622.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f9f25078-d7d2-467a-8c1e-c75ccee17622.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED" published: "2026-07-23" --- # Accelerating high-voltage direct current (HVDC) development in Vietnam Buyer: PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9f25078-d7d2-467a-8c1e-c75ccee17622 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f9f25078-d7d2-467a-8c1e-c75ccee17622) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f9f25078-d7d2-467a-8c1e-c75ccee17622.json) ## Summary The UK Government, through the Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) programme, is seeking quotations for technical assistance to support the development of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) infrastructure in Vietnam. This tender, managed by Palladium International Limited, focuses on strengthening the capacities of Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) and the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT). The procurement falls under the industry category of electricity, energy, and environmental services, with an open procurement method. It is currently in the tender stage, and interested parties must submit their applications by 17th August 2026. The contract, valued at £292,400, is expected to run from 21st September 2026 to 28th February 2027 and targets services in Vietnam. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in energy consultancy, technical assessments, and regulatory frameworks, particularly those with experience in HVDC technology and renewable energy systems. SMEs and VCSEs that can provide comprehensive technical assistance, stakeholder engagement, and capacity-building services will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Successful bidders will contribute to Vietnam's strategic energy transition goals, offering a chance to influence the country's energy infrastructure development and establish valuable long-term partnerships in the region. ## Notice The UK Government's Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) programme is inviting quotations from qualified suppliers or consortia to provide technical assistance to Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) and the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT) to strengthen institutional, technical, and regulatory capacity for the development and deployment of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission infrastructure in Vietnam. Vietnam's rapidly growing power system faces increasing challenges associated with the uneven geographical distribution of generation resources and demand centres. As renewable energy deployment accelerates, particularly offshore wind and large-scale solar power, the national grid is experiencing growing transmission constraints, power losses, and risks to system stability. Limited land availability for new transmission corridors has highlighted the importance of modern transmission technologies to support the country's energy transition. The Revised National Power Development Plan (PDP8) identifies HVDC infrastructure as a strategic priority for strengthening transmission capacity, improving grid flexibility and reliability, reducing electrical losses, and enabling higher penetration of renewable energy. The plan includes the development of multiple HVDC transmission corridors, converter stations, and associated infrastructure from 2031 onwards. Through this assignment, UK PACT will support EVN and EVNNPT to assess the technical, economic, institutional, and regulatory requirements for HVDC deployment in Vietnam. The selected supplier will review the existing policy and regulatory framework, evaluate the feasibility of planned HVDC investments, assess suitable technology options, and develop practical tools and guidance documents to support investment decision-making. The supplier will also undertake stakeholder mapping, assess capacity gaps within key institutions, and provide targeted technical assistance and training to strengthen national expertise in HVDC planning, modelling, investment appraisal, and system operation. In addition, the assignment will generate evidence and recommendations to support implementation of PDP8, contribute to the objectives of Vietnam's Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), and enhance readiness for future investment in modern transmission infrastructure. Interested suppliers are invited to review the documentation provided in this notice and submit their applications to: expertdeployments@ukpact.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac973032-8cce-48f3-a07c-6eba45f7f624 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Sep 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £292,400 | | 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 | PALLADIUM INTERNATIONAL LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC1Y 8ND | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington | | Local authority | Islington | | Electoral ward | Bunhill | | Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy - 71314000 - Energy and related services - 90700000 - Environmental services ## Release History - 23 Jul 2026 at 09:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac973032-8cce-48f3-a07c-6eba45f7f624 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac973032-8cce-48f3-a07c-6eba45f7f624 23rd July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6ca64bac-71a5-4f12-948e-133e3b7f959d - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/556acdc0-fc0a-489d-bc00-64d3b7f5cdc9 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/83b5ab37-b1f6-4473-8dd4-d89d7e128da2 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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