Lot 1
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Statuscomplete
AwardedFind a Tender · award
Innovation Academic Framework
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BuyerNATIONAL GRID ELECTRICITY TRANSMISSION PLC
StatusAwarded
Deadline12 Feb 2026
Value£70,000,000
Published26 Feb 2026
What is being bought
National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) is seeking collaboration with universities to support delivery of its innovation strategy over the next five years (April 2026 - Mar 2031). The primary objectives during this period include facilitating the energy system transition (including Clean Power 2030 and net zero 2050) and providing support for vulnerable consumers. University partners will be expected to contribute both resources and technical expertise to the development and execution of Research & Development (R&D)projects. We expect universities to run projects within Technology Readiness Levels 2 to 8 which includes research, development and demonstration projects. These initiatives will enable NGET to ensure a safe and reliable electricity network, enhance consumer value, achieve decarbonisation of future networks, and create a positive impact on society. NGET will invite universities to propose new projects that address specific needs, while also encouraging the generation of innovative project ideas. In addition to individual innovation projects, partners will play a crucial role in fostering innovation through strategic development, knowledge sharing and promoting an innovation-driven culture. Knowledge sharing may include supporting NGET in running dissemination events across the energy sector and other industries to communicate the outputs, learnings and benefits from projects, as well as using these events to learn from others
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Related procurements
| Relationship | Related procurement |
|---|---|
| framework | ocds-h6vhtk-050b32 |
Awards
1
Statuspending
SupplierCARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
2
Statuspending
SupplierSOUTHAMPTON UNIVERSITY
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
3
Statuspending
SupplierTHE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
4
Statuspending
SupplierThe University of Edinburgh
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
5
Statuspending
SupplierTHE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
6
Statuspending
SupplierUNIVERSITY OF BATH (THE)
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
7
Statuspending
SupplierUNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
8
Statuspending
SupplierUNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
9
Statuspending
SupplierUniversity of Strathclyde
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
10
Statuspending
SupplierUNIVERSITY OF WARWICK
Value£70,000,000
Contract periodFrom 1 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
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| OCID | ocds-h6vhtk-061465 |
|---|---|
| Latest release ID | 017614-2026 |
| Latest release timestamp | Thu Feb 26 2026 18:40:45 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) |
| Source | find-a-tender |
| Official notice URL | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009035-2026 |
| Tender status | complete |
| Procurement method | selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Main procurement category | Not published |
| Above threshold | Not published |
| Legal basis | 2023/54 |
| Tender period: start | Not published |
| Tender period: end | Not published |
| Expression of interest deadline | Not published |
| Enquiry deadline | Not published |
| Award period: start | Not published |
| Award period: end | Not published |
| Submission method details | Not published |
| Submission languages | Not published |
| Electronic catalogue policy | Not published |
| Total tender value | Not published |
| Tender lots in source | 1 |
| Tender items in source | 0 |
| Tender documents in source | 0 |
| Awards in latest release | 10 |
| Contracts in latest release | 0 |
| Parties in latest release | 11 |
Notice history
| Date | Event | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Feb 2026 | award, contract | 017614-2026 |
| 2 Feb 2026 | tender | 009035-2026 |
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