There are a proliferation of frameworks and dynamic purchasing systems (DPS) available to local authorities in the development and delivery of smart local energy systems, but how do you know which is the right one to deliver against your council’s ambitions? Below are a number of areas to consider before deciding which frameworks or DPS might be suitable for your energy project.

Councils should commit sufficient time and resource to carry out thorough due diligence on any framework or DPS they intend to use.

✅ Does the framework agreement or DPS scope cover your entire requirement?

✅ What is the framework agreement or DPS expiration date?

✅ What are the call-off methods for the framework agreement in questions?

✅ Who owns the framework agreement or DPS and how robust are they?

✅ Do the framework agreement or DPS terms and conditions allow you to contract in your preferred manner?

✅ What support will be provided?

✅ How well is the framework agreement or DPS managed?

✅ How much will the framework agreement or DPS owner/support partner get paid either directly or indirectly for their support and use of the framework?

✅ Is your selection of a framework/support partner compliant with public procurement rules?

✅ Is your selection of a framework/support partner compliant with your organisation's procurement rules?

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