Contracts for Difference (CfD) for low carbon electricity generation: new Supply Chain Plan questionnaire

We’re seeking views on proposals for a new Supply Chain Plan questionnaire for CfD applicants. It will form the basis of:

• the initial assessment before an allocation round
• the ongoing monitoring, review and assessment after CfD signature

These plans were set out in the November 2020 consultation on proposals to strengthen our Supply Chain Plan policy and on changes to the CfD contract which closes on 28 January 2021.

Applicant responses to the scored sections of the Supply Chain Plan questionnaire will be assessed to determine eligibility to participate in the CfD scheme. Delivery of the activities and outcomes committed to in the scored sections of the Supply Chain Plan will then subsequently be monitored as part of an ongoing process after CfD signature. Finally, they will be assessed in the Supply Chain Implementation Report by the Secretary of State before the generating station is due to be commissioned.

We welcome responses from anyone with an interest in Supply Chain issues, in particular:

• those considering new low carbon energy projects in Great Britain (GB)
• businesses involved in low carbon electricity generation supply chains
• consumer and environmental groups with an interest in the electricity sector

See the BEIS consultation privacy notice.

Please do not send responses by post to the department at the moment as we may not be able to access them.