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title: "Control Systems - R&D Services Call"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000484578"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WAVE ENERGY SCOTLAND LIMITED"
published: "2017-11-14"
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# Control Systems - R&D Services Call

Buyer: WAVE ENERGY SCOTLAND LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000484578

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Control Systems - R&D Services Call" is being conducted by Wave Energy Scotland Limited, located at An Lòchran, Inverness, UK. This tender falls under the services category, specifically addressing the wave energy sector, with a focus on feasibility studies for control systems related to Wave Energy Converters (WECs). The procurement employs an open procedure, and the tender period is set to conclude on 12 June 2017. This process is currently in the award stage, having officially completed on 8 November 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research and development, particularly in the renewable energy sector. Businesses with expertise in control systems, engineering, and energy project management could find a good fit for the requirements outlined. The successful entities may receive up to £47,000 for Stage 1 activities, allowing for potential collaborations in further development phases. Therefore, companies eager to innovate and contribute to advancing wave energy technology should consider participating in this competitive process.

## Notice

Wave Energy Scotland (WES) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Highland and Islands Enterprise and is taking an innovative approach to supporting the commercialisation of the wave energy sector until the technical and commercial risks are low enough for the private sector to re-enter the sector. This call was for Feasibility Studies on Control Systems for Wave Energy Converters (WECs), including detailed definition of follow-up Design and Development Project proposals. The call took the form of a three stage programme with applications limited to Stage 1 at this time.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

WES offered up to 100% of project costs, via a contract for Research and Development services for Stage 1 activities. This included up to GBP47k (excl. VAT) per project of up to 3 month duration, with applicants free to contribute further funds if desired.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301238 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £564,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WAVE ENERGY SCOTLAND LIMITED |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 5NA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness South |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71314200 - Energy-management services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71335000 - Engineering studies
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73112000 - Marine research services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development
- 79314000 - Feasibility study

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301238
- 3 Apr 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR279121

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=5
  19th May 2017 - Project Summary Slide
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=25
  19th May 2017 - Project Summary Slide Revision 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=24
  17th May 2017 - Brokerage Event - Questions & Answers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=23
  17th May 2017 - 3. Marine Energy in Scotland - Support opportunities
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=22
  17th May 2017 - 2. Brokerage Event - Wave Energy Control Challenge
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=21
  17th May 2017 - 1. WES Controls Systems Call Brokerage Event - Introduction
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=18
  16th May 2017 - Application Form - Revision 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=20
  16th May 2017 - Application Form - Revision 3
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=19
  16th May 2017 - Application Form - Revision 3
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=14
  5th May 2017 - Application Form - Revision 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=17
  21st April 2017 - Webinar Q&A
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=16
  20th April 2017 - A copy of the audio transcript from the webinar on the 13th April 2017.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=15
  20th April 2017 - A copy of the controls call webinar slides presented on the 13th April 2017
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=2
  12th April 2017 - Application Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=10
  5th April 2017 - Enlarged version of Figure 1 from Landscaping Study
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=11
  5th April 2017 - Enlarged version of Figure 2 from Landscaping Study
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=12
  5th April 2017 - Enlarged version of Figure 3 from Landscaping Study
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=13
  5th April 2017 - Modelling and Validation of Power Take-Off systems for Control Development - A guidance document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=3
  5th April 2017 - Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=4
  5th April 2017 - Forms for Signature
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=6
  5th April 2017 - Project Team Continuation
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=7
  5th April 2017 - Economic and Financial Standing
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=8
  5th April 2017 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=9
  5th April 2017 - Control Requirements for Wave Energy Converters Landscaping Study
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279121&idx=1
  5th April 2017 - Competition Specification and Guidance Docuement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR279121
  Control Systems - R&D Services Call - Wave Energy Scotland (WES) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Highland and Islands Enterprise and is taking an innovative approach to supporting the commercialisation of the wave energy sector until the technical and commercial risks are low enough for the private sector to re-enter the sector. This call is for Feasibility Studies on Control Systems for Wave Energy Converters (WECs), including detailed definition of follow-up Design and Development Project proposals. The call will take the form of a three stage programme with applications limited to Stage 1 at this time.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301238
  Control Systems - R&D Services Call - Wave Energy Scotland (WES) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Highland and Islands Enterprise and is taking an innovative approach to supporting the commercialisation of the wave energy sector until the technical and commercial risks are low enough for the private sector to re-enter the sector. This call was for Feasibility Studies on Control Systems for Wave Energy Converters (WECs), including detailed definition of follow-up Design and Development Project proposals. The call took the form of a three stage programme with applications limited to Stage 1 at this time.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.hie.co.uk/growth-sectors/energy/wave-energy-scotland/2015.html
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.waveenergyscotland.co.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000484578

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