---
title: "Innovation 2021 Call for Ideas"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02efa9"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "WESTERN POWER DISTRIBUTION PLC"
published: "2021-10-25"
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# Innovation 2021 Call for Ideas

Buyer: WESTERN POWER DISTRIBUTION PLC  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02efa9

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Innovation 2021 Call for Ideas" is being conducted by Western Power Distribution PLC, located in Bristol, UK. This initiative falls under the electricity distribution industry category and is currently in the planning and tender stages. The deadline for submissions is set for 5th November 2021. This tender uses a selective procurement method with a negotiated procedure after a prior call for competition, welcoming innovative project proposals that can be funded through their network innovation allowance by the end of 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in innovative energy solutions and related services. Companies that specialise in technological advancements in electricity distribution, as well as those involved in research and development, would be particularly well-suited to submit proposals. By participating in this procurement process, businesses can potentially secure funding and foster partnerships with a major utility provider, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy initiatives.

## Notice

WPD are seeking submissions from third parties proposing innovative projects that could be delivered under our network innovation allowance funding by the end of 2022 within our current regulatory period. The call is an open theme this year. We are welcoming submissions that meet any of our Innocation priorities,

### Lot Information

Lot 1

WPD are seeking submissions from third parties proposing innovative projects that could be delivered under our network innovation allowance funding by the end of 2022 within our current regulatory period. The call is an open theme this year. We are welcoming submissions that meet any of our Innocation priorities,

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026684-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WESTERN POWER DISTRIBUTION PLC |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS2 0TB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 65 - Public utilities

### Codes

- 65310000 - Electricity distribution

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2021 at 15:01 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026684-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://www.westernpower.co.uk
- https://www.westernpower.co.uk/innovation-2021-call-for-ideas

## Provenance

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