Jim Owen, Procurement Manager at Energy Systems Catapult

"In these challenging economic times, effective procurement is not just beneficial; it is essential. At the Catapult, we are dedicated to ensuring that all our procurement processes are conducted efficiently, fairly, equitably, and with a strong commitment to safety and environmental consciousness."

Energy Systems Catapult (the Catapult) is looking for external support to deliver an exciting programme of Net Zero projects. We have created a variety of Preferred Supplier Lists (PSL) to cover our requirement.

We are seeking to become more flexible and proactive with an extended network of pre-approved, expert contractors to enhance our client offer.

Impact areas

This is not a comprehensive list; it does however provide an overview of the areas in which the Catapult work. Further detail can be found here.

Net Zero Homes: We help home energy innovations grow fast, delivering peerless real-world testing and driving skills and investment for zero carbon homes.

Net Zero Sites: We help public, commercial, and industrial estates make energy savings and cut emissions through award-winning teamwork, ground-breaking guidance and the latest innovative thinking.

Net Zero Places: We empower and advise local authorities, Network Operators, and central and devolved governments to take Net Zero action, mobilising the plans, projects, processes, and partners needed to decarbonise local areas.

Whole Systems & Networks: We equip you with the evidence, insights and innovations needed to deliver the future Net Zero energy system.

Energy Launchpad & International: Energy Launchpad opens doors at home and abroad to create your start-up success story, making connections to domestic and international partners to help your business thrive.

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Preferred Supplier Lists:

Our aim is for the PSLs to represent a strategic compilation of vetted suppliers, selected for their ability fulfil our requirements. Each PSL contains Areas of Expertise. Suppliers can request to join one or multiple areas. For comprehensive detail about these areas, supplier selection criteria and our full qualification requirements, please request an application pack by completing this form. Suppliers are also required to be registered on Proactis. We are committed to procuring in an efficient, fair, equitable, safe and environmentally conscious way.

Compliance

Our Procurement activities will:

Supplier Terms and Conditions

A copy of the Catapult’s terms and conditions will be located within the application pack and must be agreed to upon submission.

Social Value

For the Catapult, social impact refers to the positive impact we can create for society, beyond the day job we are delivering. It involves understanding and prioritising the wellbeing of stakeholders – employees, communities, and the environment – through ethical practices.

Social impact encompasses aspects like community engagement, environmental sustainability, employee welfare, and diversity and inclusion. By measuring and optimising social impact, we believe we can make better decisions, enhance reputation, attract talent, and contribute to a more equitable and sustainable world.

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Preferred Supplier Lists

Living Lab Installers

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Living Lab Installers

We will be looking for contractors to complement our existing skills and expertise detailed below.

Capability and Skills Required

  • Installations – a minimum of three years proven experience installing the technology specified for each service capability you wish to apply to join.
  • Non-installation work (e.g. surveys) – applicants will be expected to demonstrate a level of experience commensurate with the service they provide.
  • Experience working with cutting edge technology
  • Advantageous to have worked in a consultancy or client led environment

Areas of Expertise for this PSL:

  • Installation and maintenance of Smart Heating Controllers / Systems (TADO or equivalent)
  • Installation and maintenance of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations / Points
  • Installation, maintenance and decommissioning of home energy monitoring (e.g. Hildebrand CADs, heat meters, current clamps, Smart Things, Aeotec, NorthQ)
  • Installation, maintenance and decommissioning of Home Energy Management Systems
  • Installation, maintenance and decommissioning of Air Quality Monitoring Systems
  • Domestic energy assessment services (e.g. Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and Retrofit Assessments)

Consultancy Services

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Consultancy Services

We will be looking for contractors to complement our existing skills and expertise detailed below.

Capability and Skills Required

We are looking for organisations or individuals who have the following experience:

  • In the sectors and areas detailed in this document
  • Strong background in Product Management, Commercial Development or Strategy
  • Working with innovators and in the innovation sector
  • Launching new products and services in the energy industry or similar regulated markets (telecoms, finance etc)
  • Commercial acumen and experience building investment cases / business cases
  • In a consultancy or client led environment

Areas of Expertise for this PSL:

  • Business Strategy, Policy and Thought Leadership
  • Energy System Expertise
  • Modelling and Support
  • Project Support and Ancillary Services

Software Development

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Software Development

Projects will be led by the Catapult, with a key contact from the appropriate team being the main client interface. All work delivered should be in line with the Catapult’s brand guidelines. Most projects will require collaboration with internal Catapult teams and other external project partners.

Capability and Skills Required

We are looking for organisations or individuals who have the following experience:

  • Experience in working in the sectors and areas detailed in this document
  • A strong background in Product Management, Commercial Development or Strategy
  • Experience of working with SMEs and innovation
  • Experience of launching new products and services in the energy industry or similar regulated markets (telecoms, finance, etc)
  • Commercial acumen and experience building investment cases / business cases
  • Worked in a consultancy or client led environment

Areas of Expertise for this PSL:

  • New Local Area Energy Planning Tool
  • Energy System Data Visualisation

Meet the team

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Jim Owen, Procurement Manager

Jim is a procurement professional with over 20 years’ experience in the energy sector, recognised for driving efficiency and innovation in supply chain management. He excels in developing new markets, fostering strategic partnerships, and leveraging emerging technologies to create sustainable procurement solutions.

 

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Chenay Elson, Procurement Specialist

Chenay has a decade of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement in the retail and energy sectors, and has a focus on integrating emerging technologies to enhance efficiency while advocating for environmental sustainability and social value to be present in procurement activities.

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