{"id":811,"date":"2024-09-25T02:38:34","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T01:38:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:50480\/case-study\/ev-charging-programme-barnet\/"},"modified":"2025-02-12T12:25:33","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T12:25:33","slug":"ev-charging-programme-barnet","status":"publish","type":"case-study","link":"https:\/\/staging.temper.digital\/ipec-microsite\/case-study\/ev-charging-programme-barnet\/","title":{"rendered":"EV Charging Programme Barnet"},"content":{"rendered":"  <div class=\"article-hero alignfull\">\n  <div class=\"article-hero__container\">\n\n    <div class=\"article-hero__inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"column left\">\n        <div class=\"breadcrumbs\">\n          <!-- Breadcrumb NavXT 7.4.1 -->\n<span property=\"itemListElement\" typeof=\"ListItem\"><a property=\"item\" typeof=\"WebPage\" title=\"Go to IPEC.\" href=\"https:\/\/staging.temper.digital\/ipec-microsite\" class=\"home\" aria-current=\"page\"><span property=\"name\">IPEC<\/span><\/a><meta 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secured \u00a312 million in grant funding to support four EV projects, covering 50-75% of the project costs. However, the procurement process faced innovation barriers due to the unfamiliarity of EV markets among colleagues. Challenges included tight timelines, complex procurement requirements, and concerns over contract lengths and bid scoring methods.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d{border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;overflow:clip;isolation:isolate;}.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;}.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d{border-top:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-right:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-left:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);}.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d{border-top:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-right:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-left:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d{border-top:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-right:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);border-left:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id811_13f37f-6d alignnone has-cpc-warm-grey-background-color kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column811_34b7a8-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column811_34b7a8-38\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-bold\"><strong>Challenges and solutions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-style-2\">\n<li><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Innovation Procurement: <br><\/mark><\/strong>Collaboration with legal, finance, and procurement teams was crucial to overcome challenges in adopting new procurement approaches. Despite initial concerns over document alignment with Barnet\u2019s contract standards, adapting the Oxford Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) proved flexible, allowing for necessary adjustments to suit Barnet\u2019s requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Complex Requirements: <br><\/mark><\/strong>The requirement for bidders to present four different financial models and contract length of 15 year raised potential concerns about bid participation. To address this, a soft market test was conducted to gather feedback from potential bidders, leading to a consensus about 10-15 years being essential contract lengths for financial viability. Additionally, quality submissions were evaluated before financial aspects to ensure a balanced assessment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Financial Modelling: <br><\/mark><\/strong>Collaboration with finance officers ensured a robust business case and evaluated financial aspects, enhancing confidence in project recommendations. Flexibility in funding options, including full council funding or shared investment with suppliers, allowed for adaptability based on interest rates and financial viability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id811_d530ce-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id811_d530ce-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id811_d530ce-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id811_d530ce-a0{border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;overflow:clip;isolation:isolate;}.kb-row-layout-id811_d530ce-a0 > 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cost reductions allowed for optimal use of grant funding, leading to the delivery of additional charging points beyond initial estimates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Senior Buy-In and Recognition: <br><\/mark><\/strong>Senior leadership support and nominations for awards reflected the success and impact of Barnet\u2019s EV charging programme, demonstrating effective procurement and rollout strategies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id811_ce103a-4a > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id811_ce103a-4a > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id811_ce103a-4a > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 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.kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column811_773711-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column811_773711-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column811_773711-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column811_773711-9e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column811_773711-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column811_773711-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column811_773711-9e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-bold\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"5e85\">The London Borough of Barnet\u2019s EV charging programme showcases the importance of collaboration, flexibility, and market engagement in overcoming challenges and delivering successful projects. By navigating procurement barriers, adapting financial models, and leveraging market feedback, Barnet achieved its goal of expanding EV infrastructure while ensuring cost-effectiveness and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-811_41eeac-48 .kt-block-spacer{height:30px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-811_41eeac-48 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#b7b7b7;width:100%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-811_41eeac-48\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-bold\"><strong>Key takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-style-2\">\n<li><strong>Collaboration<\/strong> with internal and external stakeholders is essential for overcoming innovation barriers in procurement. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexibility<\/strong> in financial modeling and funding options enables adaptability to market conditions and project requirements. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Market engagement<\/strong> and feedback contribute to successful procurement outcomes and project delivery. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Effective leadership support<\/strong> and recognition enhance project visibility and success.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n    \n\n<blockquote class=\"cpc-quote has-white-background-color standard\">\n        <div>\n        <div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"content\">\n\t\t\t\t\u201cWhen conducting a procurement of innovation, clarity in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents is paramount. Ensure that requirements are articulated with precision. By providing explicit guidance in the ITT documents, local authorities can minimise the need for extensive clarification questions and reduce the risk of bidders misunderstanding or becoming confused about the project\u2019s requirements.\u201d\u00a0\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n                <div>\n            <cite class=\"citation\">\n                Paul Bragg,\u00a0Head of Network and Infrastructure \u2013 Street Scene, London Borough of Barnet\n            <\/cite>\n        <\/div>\n             <\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column811_ba520a-0f > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}#wrapper.site{overflow:clip;}.kadence-column811_ba520a-0f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column811_ba520a-0f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column811_ba520a-0f > .kt-inside-inner-col{row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 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