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title: "Award of Provision of Energy Consumer Commission Research - Energy Debt"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000636688"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2020-12-22"
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# Award of Provision of Energy Consumer Commission Research - Energy Debt

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000636688

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "Award of Provision of Energy Consumer Commission Research – Energy Debt" is being led by the Scottish Government, located in Edinburgh, Scotland. This tender falls under the services category and is currently at the Award stage following its initiation as a tender. The tender period commenced on 23rd December 2020 and will conclude on 31st March 2021. The awarded contract, with a value of £37,875, has been granted to Changeworks, who will carry out research focused on energy debt, which is a priority for the newly established Energy Consumers Commission.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the research consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in consumer advocacy and energy-related issues. Companies that can demonstrate robust methodologies for conducting research and have experience in addressing energy consumer challenges would be well-positioned to compete in future contracts similar to this one. Engaging with the Scottish Government's procurement frameworks can further enhance visibility and access to upcoming public procurement opportunities within Scotland.

## Notice

In May 2019, The Scottish Government committed to establishing an independent Energy Consumers Commission (ECC) to enhance the voice of consumers who reside in Scotland within the energy market.The commission was formed in July 2020 consisting of representatives with a wealth of experience in national consumer advocacy and advice bodies, academia and local groups serving energy consumers in their communities.This research will focus on energy debt, a priority area for the commission that was determined through an extended period of consultation.The Energy Consumers Commission, although an independent body, will utilise Scottish Government procurement frameworks for the purposes of this project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402918 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,875 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Additional buyers | EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL; MORAY COUNCIL; NHS LANARKSHIRE; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL; SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | Not specified |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | South Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | Bothwell and Uddingston |
| Westminster constituency | Rutherglen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | CHANGEWORKS; CHAS STEWART PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEERS; LEVENSEAT; MLL TELECOM; PHILIPS ELECTRONICS; SWARCO TRAFFIC; VENESKY BROWN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2020 at 13:32 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402918

## Notice URLs

- http://firescotland.gov.uk
- http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
- http://www.moray.gov.uk
- http://www.nhslanarkshire.org.uk
- http://www.pkc.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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