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title: "Gas Quality Testing and Monitoring Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-048b5d"
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# Gas Quality Testing and Monitoring Services

Buyer: OFGEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-048b5d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Gas Quality Testing and Monitoring Services" is managed by Ofgem, located in London, UK. This procurement falls under the "Technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services" category and aims to appoint a supplier to perform gas testing and quality monitoring services in alignment with the Gas Act 1986 and related regulations. This process, now in the Award stage, saw SGS United Kingdom Ltd as the awarded supplier. With an overall value of £5,000,000, the contract was signed on 31st October 2024 and will commence on 28th November 2024, lasting for an initial period of five years, with a potential renewal for up to two additional 12-month periods.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical testing and analysis, especially those equipped to handle gas quality assessments, calibration of testing equipment, and provision of technical advice. Companies with expertise in gas-analysis apparatus and quality assurance certification will find this procurement particularly relevant. As an open procurement method, it encourages participation from diverse entities capable of meeting the stringent technical and quality criteria set forth by Ofgem. The potential for long-term engagement through renewal options further enhances the appeal for businesses seeking stable, long-term contracts in the technical testing sector.

## Notice

This procurement is for the appointment of a supplier to perform gas testing and quality monitoring services on behalf of the Authority as provided for under Sections 12 & 13 of the Gas Act 1986 and the Regulations (Gas Calculation of Thermal Energy) Regulations 1996 and Gas (Calculation of Thermal Energy) (Amendment) Regulations 1997) made pursuant to sections 12 & 13 of the Gas Act.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Gas Quality Testing and Monitoring Services required under this procurement fall into the following broad areas: Gas Quality Examining and Approvals Calibration of Testing Equipment Quality Assurance Certification Provision of Technical Advice Relevant Industry Participation Full details of the requirement are set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT). Additional information: For further information, please see attached 2024-080 Gas Testing and Quality Monitoring Services ITT document

Renewal: Up to 2 x 12-month periods until 27 October 2029

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036051-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 28 Nov 2024 - 27 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | Following the end of the initial 36-month period or following any extension period utilised. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £5,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OFGEM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SGS UNITED KINGDOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 38432100 - Gas-analysis apparatus
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services
- 71632000 - Technical testing services

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2024 at 11:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036051-2024
- 16 Aug 2024 at 07:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026033-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.mytenders.co.uk
- http://www.ofgem.gov.uk
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:078971-2010:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10021

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