Provision of Interim Principal Economists to Ofwat for Water Infrastructure Regulation

Awarded 18 Apr 2021

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Awarded18 Apr 2021
Value£52,000.00
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 5y 4mo ago3mo term
Awarded 18 Apr 2021Expired 18 July 2021

Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) awarded a contract to METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY LIMITED for the provision of two interim principal economists.

The economists were engaged to shape the policy framework for regulating water supply infrastructure under different commercial models, explore opportunities for wholesale water markets and trading, and develop key commercial principles to protect water customers.

They also provided economic analysis and advice to support the assessment of infrastructure projects through the RAPID gateway process.

The contract value was £52,000.

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