UK SBS CR18137 - International Heat Networks Market Frameworks Research

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 01st October 2018 at 14:00hrs. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement Heat networks are systems of insulated pipes that deliver heat from a central source to multiple end-users. Heat network pipe infrastructure is heat source and fuel agnostic, so can take heat from a variety of low carbon sources including renewables, recovered heat and combined heat and power. There are two types of Heat Networks. The first is communal heating, in which all dwellings within a single building are supplied by a central heating system. The second is district heating, where heat is produced from a central source and delivered through a network to multiple buildings or sites. Buildings could be residential, public or commercial use or some combination of these. Heat Networks are a key element of the Clean Growth Strategy for the UK's decarbonisation of heat. Heat decarbonisation is essential for the UK to meet its climate change obligations. This research will be essential to build upon the evidence base to support policy development. It is important that the research provides a critical assessment and overarching framework that compares the characteristics and impacts of different regulatory models that have been adopted in other countries, along with consideration of their applicability to the UK. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the RFx attachments tab within the Emptoris System. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ / RFP document. How to Apply As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS will be using the CCS eSourcing Suite for this procurement. To register on the CCS eSourcing portal please follow the details contained within the Additional Information section of this notice. If you are already registered on the CCS eSourcing portal and wish to register your interest in this opportunity please email; expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: • the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; • the name of the registered Bidder; • the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control.