PS23417 - Time of Use Tariff - Consultancy Procurement

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This procurement is being concluded following a competitive procurement exercise. Brief Description of Requirement

As per the "Delivering a smart and secure electricity system: the interoperability and cyber security of

energy smart appliances and remote load control" consultation1, appliances like electric vehicle charge

points and heat pumps have high potential to provide flexibility through Demand Side Response (DSR). While they will increase demand for electricity, these appliances and others can deliver DSR by changing

when electricity is used or produced, to minimise their impact on the energy system. As markets for such

appliances continue to grow, new business models and services will emerge whereby companies remotely

manage consumers' energy smart appliances according to consumer preferences, to reduce impact on the

energy system and subsequently reduce consumer bills. In addition, appliances will be able to optimise

energy usage, while also ensuring consumers' needs are met. For example, an electric vehicle smart charge

point can be programmed to ensure that a consumer's car is charged when they need it, but it can also

optimise when the car charges to minimise the energy system impact. This will allow DSR to be delivered

'behind the scenes' for consumers, ensuring they still get the same or better service but at lower costs and

while retaining choice and control.