Consultancy for HVDC business case and technology strategy development.
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ORE Catapult seeks specialist technical and commercial consultancy for two services: Service 1 involves developing a business case for a proposed HVDC Centre, including defining technical/operational/commercial requirements, assessing delivery options (refurbishment, expansion, or new-build), and preparing a structured business case with strategic, commercial, and funding considerations. Service 2 supports the Senior Associate Director in developing ORE Catapult's Technology Strategy across core capability areas (Blade Services, Drivetrain Services, Turbine System Services, High Voltage Systems, Energy System Integration, Digital Technologies, Robotics), including optimizing existing roadmaps and drafting the final strategy with commercialization options for applied R&D. The notice is below threshold and awarded without competition, suggesting a tailored or single-source procurement. No contract value or duration is specified.