--- title: "Round 5 Auction Platform & Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04a616" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04a616" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a616.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a616.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE CROWN ESTATE COMMISSIONERS" published: "2024-10-04" --- # Round 5 Auction Platform & Services Buyer: THE CROWN ESTATE COMMISSIONERS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04a616 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04a616) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a616.json) ## Summary The Crown Estate Commissioners have initiated a procurement process for "Round 5 Auction Platform & Services," which falls under the industry category of Electronic Auction Services (CPV code 79342410). This tender is part of the wider initiative to develop a floating wind sector in the Celtic Sea, benefiting the UK's net zero targets, local communities, and the overall environment. The tender is currently in the active tender stage, with procurement conducted through an open procedure. The tender period concludes on 4th November 2024, with the award period starting later that day. The primary location for delivery is within the UK, with services expected to cover the seabed off the coasts of south Wales and south-west England. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electronic auction services and auction software packages. Companies experienced in managing auction platforms and familiar with large-scale environmental projects will find this opportunity particularly beneficial. By participating, businesses can contribute to and benefit from the burgeoning floating wind market, fostering clean energy solutions essential for meeting the UK's environmental objectives. Additionally, the project promotes substantial economic, social, and environmental value creation, making it an attractive proposition for firms aiming to build a strong portfolio in sustainability and advanced technological solutions. Interested businesses must submit their proposals in writing, adhering to the specified criteria and deadlines. ## Notice The Crown Estate (TCE) manages the seabed off the coasts of England, Wales and Northern Ireland for the benefit of the nation. In December 2023 TCE launched the Celtic Sea Floating Offshore Wind Leasing Round 5 (Round 5), full details of which can be reviewed within the Round 5 information memorandum found at the following location on TCE's website: https://downloads.ctfassets.net/nv65su7t80y5/5zR4gHuqxjMG9NOK1LI2Av/643bfa91696be32408e5e2646c16bbba/Information_Memorandum.pdf. Round 5 is seeking to establish a new floating wind sector in the Celtic Sea off the coasts of south Wales and south-west England with the objectives to: -Support the development of a new floating wind market in the UK; -Unlock clean energy in new offshore areas, in support of the UK's net zero targets; -Support the creation of social, economic and environmental value; -Balance the needs of the environment, other users of the sea and local communities; and -Incentivise investment in crucial enabling... ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Crown Estate (TCE) manages the seabed off the coasts of England, Wales and Northern Ireland for the benefit of the nation. In December 2023 TCE launched the Celtic Sea Floating Offshore Wind Leasing Round 5 (Round 5), full details of which can be reviewed within the Round 5 information memorandum found at the following location on TCE's website: https://downloads.ctfassets.net/nv65su7t80y5/5zR4gHuqxjMG9NOK1LI2Av/643bfa91696be32408e5e2646c16bbba/Information_Memorandum.pdf. Round 5 is seeking to establish a new floating wind sector in the Celtic Sea off the coasts of south Wales and south-west England with the objectives to: -Support the development of a new floating wind market in the UK; -Unlock clean energy in new offshore areas, in support of the UK's net zero targets; -Support the creation of social, economic and environmental value; -Balance the needs of the environment, other users of the sea and local communities; and -Incentivise investment in crucial enabling... ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031963-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 4 Nov 2024 | | 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 | THE CROWN ESTATE COMMISSIONERS | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1Y 4AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 48470000 - Auction software package - 79342410 - Electronic auction services ## Release History - 4 Oct 2024 at 15:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031963-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.thecrownestate.co.uk - https://downloads.ctfassets.net/nv65su7t80y5/5zR4gHuqxjMG9NOK1LI2Av/643bfa91696be32408e5e2646c16bbba/Information_Memorandum.pdf - https://secure.sourcedogg.com/profile/676e86f0-50b5-4563-b7b6-529dcfeb28b7 - https://secure.sourcedogg.com/profile/676e86f0-50b5-4563-b7b6-529dcfeb28b7/requests/63901 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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