Software programming and consultancy services

Description

The consultancy task concerns consultancy to be provided to the Danish Energy Agency in connection with the preparation and holding of the upcoming 1 500 MHz, 2 100 MHz, 3,5 GHz and 26 GHz auction(s) in 2020. The consultancy task also includes adaptation of auction software for the purpose of achieving an optimal process in relation to preparing, adapting and conducting the 1 500 MHz, 2 100 MHz, 3,5 GHz and 26 GHz auction(s). This shall be made in accordance with the objectives set in the current frequency legislation. The selected consultant shall cooperate with the Danish Energy Agency in preparing, adapting and carrying out of the 1 500 MHz, 2 100 MHz, 3,5 GHz and 26 GHz auction(s) and when performing the task, it may be relevant for the selected consultant to involve relevant stakeholders. It is noted that the consultancy assignment will not include legal aspects bearing on the auction(s). Please find more information in Item II.2.4) and the procurement documents. See description in Item II.1.4). The following main activities of the 1 500 MHz, 2 100 MHz, 3,5 GHz and 26 GHz auction(s) should be included in the description of the consulting services: 1) Preparing a detailed time schedule and project management; 2) Assessing market opportunities and demand for the use of the 1 500 MHz, 2 100 MHz, 3,5 GHz and 26 GHz bands; 3) Analysis regarding coverage obligations; 4) Participation in meetings with the industry; 5) Drafting an Information Memorandum and other auction documents; 6) Assistance in connection with public consultations; 7) Preparing information material and reporting in relation to the project team; 8) Consultancy on choosing an auction format, etc.; 9) Adaptation of the auction software for the auction(s) and implementation thereof, including installation of the necessary software at the Danish Energy Agency and training of the bidders and the project team; 10) Preparing and implementing the auction(s), including how to use the auction software and how to deal with bids submitted; 11) Preparing an evaluation report; 12) Ad hoc consulting services. The selected consultant shall cooperate with the Danish Energy Agency in preparing, adapting and carrying out the 1 500 MHz, 2 100 MHz, 3,5 GHz and 26 GHz auction(s) and when performing the task, it may be relevant for the selected consultant to involve relevant stakeholders. The consultancy assignment will not include legal aspects bearing on the auction, as it is expected that this part of the project will be handled by the Danish Energy Agency and the Danish State's legal advisor. It is noted that the consulting services and electronic web-based auction software (No 1-11) are the main activities in this tender. Please find more information in the procurement documents.