To source an alternate delegate resource to coordinate UK participation in the International Smart Grid Action Network (ISGAN).

*** This tender requirement was abandoned prior to a Contract award decision ***The final date and time for the submission of bids is 11/09/2018 at 11:00.

The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy is looking to procure an alternate delegate to represent the Department in the International Energy Agency's technology collaboration programme on Smart Grids the International Smart Grid Action Network (ISGAN).

The alternate delegate will need to have excellent relevant contacts within UK smart industry and academia and have a depth of knowledge and expertise in Smart Grids work. A good knowledge of international Smart Grids industry, academia and work is desirable.

The alternate delegate will also need to link with the Mission Innovation Smart Grids Challenge, as this is another international initiative in this area which forms a large area of focus and work for BEIS and the wider UK government as part of its commitment to meeting the Paris Agreement's climate targets.

Attendance of ISGAN meetings (which happen twice a year) will be required. The next ISGAN meeting is 15-17th October 2018 Vienna.

The travel required for this role will need to be in line with Civil Service guidelines.

The primary aims of this commission are to ensure:

The activities of ISGAN are fully disseminated to relevant UK stakeholders, including government, industry and academic organisations.

The UK takes an active role in participation, management and development of ISGAN and ISGAN's activities are beneficial for the UK.

•Joined-up activities across related TCPs to avoid duplication and maximise added-value through joint working.

The costs incurred by the appointed successful bidder to act as an alternate delegate will be paid by BEIS up to a maximum of £10,000 excluding VAT per financial year between 1st April and 31st March. Costs over the entire contract period shall not exceed £20,000. This cap includes any travel and subsistence costs incurred as part of the activities 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 document.

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