81318401-Framework Agreement: Service providers for Renewable PtX Trainings

To reach climate neutrality by 2050, economies must transform fast. To become emission-free, electrification with 100% renewable energy (RE) is key. However, some industries and transport sectors cannot yet be directly electrified. Until they can, Power-to-X (PtX) is the missing link. PtX enables us to produce anything formerly dependent on …

CPV: 71314000 Usluge u području energetike i srodne usluge
rok:
25. kolovoza 2025. 12:00
vrsta roka:
nadmetanje
mjesto izvršenja:
81318401-Framework Agreement: Service providers for Renewable PtX Trainings
registar:
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
nagradni broj:
81318401

1. Buyer

1.1 Buyer

Official name : Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Legal type of the buyer : Public undertaking, controlled by a central government authority
Activity of the contracting authority : General public services

2. Procedure

2.1 Procedure

Title : 81318401-Framework Agreement: Service providers for Renewable PtX Trainings
Description : To reach climate neutrality by 2050, economies must transform fast. To become emission-free, electrification with 100% renewable energy (RE) is key. However, some industries and transport sectors cannot yet be directly electrified. Until they can, Power-to-X (PtX) is the missing link. PtX enables us to produce anything formerly dependent on fossil fuels with RE and carbon. These climate neutral e-fuels and chemicals can defossilise high-emissions industries, incl. chemical, fertiliser, steel, and cement industries as well as aviation and maritime transport. PtX offers a tremendous potential for developing and emerging economies. They can accelerate their economic development, become less dependent on fossil fuel imports, and decrease their CO2 emissions at the same time. However, knowledge on PtX is still scarce within relevant stakeholder groups. Therefore, the International PtX Hub was implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH on behalf of the former German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) to serve as a knowledge and exchange platform on PtX technology and developments. Financed by the International Climate Initiative (IKI), the PtX Hub is a contribution to the German National Hydrogen Strategy of 2020 and represents one of the four pillars of the former BMUV"s PtX action programme initiated in 2019. For a successful international market ramp-up of PtX, a thorough anchoring of knowledge about PtX is indispensable. One of the PtX Hub"s primary goals is to establish a broad-based and effective human capacity development (HCD) concept for renewable PtX. The main component for the implementation of the measure is a basic training on renewable PtX already well established since 2021. The basic Renewable PtX training emphasises on sustainability dimensions, a key concern of the PtX Hub alongside with standards and certification. Furthermore, the training addresses essential allocation concepts and development of policy aspects, technical requirements/ necessities and economic basics, incl. the importance of RE. In 2023, the basic training will successively be complemented by add-on modules, target group and sector-specific trainings. Moreover, the PtX Hub will lance into didactically innovative formats with the creation of a web-based training (WBT) and the creation of several explanatory video clips. Train-of-Trainer events have the goal to enlarge the renewable PtX trainer community and increase the number of qualified trainers in partner countries of the PtX Hub and the GIZ. Central to the success of the various training measures is the close involvement of experienced and competent trainers from the relevant fields such as RE and/or green H2 or renewable PtX with technological and economic expertise. In addition to the content-related and methodological-didactic focus, intercultural experience in International Cooperation and at best in the project environment of GIZ is of particular importance for successful implementation. This call for proposals is aimed at individuals with several years of specific work experience who can support, deliver and further develop the existing Renewable PtX training formats. The contract period of the framework agreement per trainer will cover the period of two years with the option of one extensions of two years. The subject of this tender is the conclusion of a framework agreement for services concerning Renewable PtX training activities, which comprises delivery of Renewable PtX training as well as the development of Renewable PtX training materials and concepts. The trainers will be responsible for the implementation of the trainings and support the content and conceptual development of the Renewable PtX HCD measures. The trainings are usually conducted in English. In most cases, the trainings take place in groups of 12-18 participants and may be held virtually or hybrid, in some cases onsite. Overall, the Renewable PtX training activities can be divided into three categories: (1) Basic Renewable PtX Training (2) Specific add-on modules (3) Train-of-Trainer PtX Training courses Below you will find the preconditions for participation in the tenderfor the conduction of the training courses. Please note that bidders who do not meet these criteria will be excluded from participation in the further procedure. a) Successful participation in the Renewable PtX Train-of-Trainer programme of the PtX Hubcourse b) Participation in the Renewable PtX Training of the PtX Hub c) Professional qualification due to the requirements in the tenderSigning a user agreement with the PtX Hub to be allowed to use the training materials
Procedure identifier : b634baf0-ea7d-47a3-95a9-1be477a9e568
Internal identifier : 81318401
Type of procedure : Open
The procedure is accelerated : no

2.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 71314000 Energy and related services

2.1.2 Place of performance

Anywhere

2.1.4 General information

Additional information : Bekanntmachungs-ID: CXTRYY6YT968B19W Communication / questions can only be submitted using GIZ"s eProcurement Tender Platform for the award of contracts.
Legal basis :
Directive 2014/24/EU
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2.1.6 Grounds for exclusion

Sources of grounds for exclusion : Notice
Breaching of obligations set under purely national exclusion grounds : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Participation in a criminal organisation : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Terrorist offences or offences linked to terrorist activities : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Money laundering or terrorist financing : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Fraud : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Corruption : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Child labour and including other forms of trafficking in human beings : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Breaching obligation relating to payment of taxes : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Breaching obligation relating to payment of social security contributions : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Breaching of obligations in the fields of environmental law : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Breaching of obligations in the fields of social law : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Breaching of obligations in the fields of labour law : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Insolvency : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Assets being administered by liquidator : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Business activities are suspended : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Analogous situation like bankruptcy, insolvency or arrangement with creditors under national law : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Grave professional misconduct : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Agreements with other economic operators aimed at distorting competition : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Conflict of interest due to its participation in the procurement procedure : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Direct or indirect involvement in the preparation of this procurement procedure : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Early termination, damages, or other comparable sanctions : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG
Misrepresentation, withheld information, unable to provide required documents and obtained confidential information of this procedure : In accordance with §§ 123,124 GWB, § 22 LkSG

5. Lot

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0001

Title : 81318401-Framework Agreement: Service providers for Renewable PtX Trainings
Description : To reach climate neutrality by 2050, economies must transform fast. To become emission-free, electrification with 100% renewable energy (RE) is key. However, some industries and transport sectors cannot yet be directly electrified. Until they can, Power-to-X (PtX) is the missing link. PtX enables us to produce anything formerly dependent on fossil fuels with RE and carbon. These climate neutral e-fuels and chemicals can defossilise high-emissions industries, incl. chemical, fertiliser, steel, and cement industries as well as aviation and maritime transport. PtX offers a tremendous potential for developing and emerging economies. They can accelerate their economic development, become less dependent on fossil fuel imports, and decrease their CO2 emissions at the same time. However, knowledge on PtX is still scarce within relevant stakeholder groups. Therefore, the International PtX Hub was implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH on behalf of the former German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) to serve as a knowledge and exchange platform on PtX technology and developments. Financed by the International Climate Initiative (IKI), the PtX Hub is a contribution to the German National Hydrogen Strategy of 2020 and represents one of the four pillars of the former BMUV"s PtX action programme initiated in 2019. For a successful international market ramp-up of PtX, a thorough anchoring of knowledge about PtX is indispensable. One of the PtX Hub"s primary goals is to establish a broad-based and effective human capacity development (HCD) concept for renewable PtX. The main component for the implementation of the measure is a basic training on renewable PtX already well established since 2021. The basic Renewable PtX training emphasises on sustainability dimensions, a key concern of the PtX Hub alongside with standards and certification. Furthermore, the training addresses essential allocation concepts and development of policy aspects, technical requirements/ necessities and economic basics, incl. the importance of RE. In 2023, the basic training will successively be complemented by add-on modules, target group and sector-specific trainings. Moreover, the PtX Hub will lance into didactically innovative formats with the creation of a web-based training (WBT) and the creation of several explanatory video clips. Train-of-Trainer events have the goal to enlarge the renewable PtX trainer community and increase the number of qualified trainers in partner countries of the PtX Hub and the GIZ. Central to the success of the various training measures is the close involvement of experienced and competent trainers from the relevant fields such as RE and/or green H2 or renewable PtX with technological and economic expertise. In addition to the content-related and methodological-didactic focus, intercultural experience in International Cooperation and at best in the project environment of GIZ is of particular importance for successful implementation. This call for proposals is aimed at individuals with several years of specific work experience who can support, deliver and further develop the existing Renewable PtX training formats. The contract period of the framework agreement per trainer will cover the period of two years with the option of one extensions of two years. The subject of this tender is the conclusion of a framework agreement for services concerning Renewable PtX training activities, which comprises delivery of Renewable PtX training as well as the development of Renewable PtX training materials and concepts. The trainers will be responsible for the implementation of the trainings and support the content and conceptual development of the Renewable PtX HCD measures. The trainings are usually conducted in English. In most cases, the trainings take place in groups of 12-18 participants and may be held virtually or hybrid, in some cases onsite. Overall, the Renewable PtX training activities can be divided into three categories: (1) Basic Renewable PtX Training (2) Specific add-on modules (3) Train-of-Trainer PtX Training courses Below you will find the preconditions for the conduction of the training courses. a) Successful participation in the Renewable PtX Train-of-Trainer course b) Participation in the Renewable PtX Training of the PtX Hub c) Signing a user agreement with the PtX Hub to be allowed to use the training materials
Internal identifier : 81318401

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 71314000 Energy and related services
Options :
Description of the options : GIZ may optionally commission contract amendments and/or increases based on the criteria in the tender documents to the successful bidder of this tender. For details, please see the terms of reference.

5.1.2 Place of performance

Anywhere
Additional information :

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 24 Month

5.1.4 Renewal

Maximum renewals : 2
Other information about renewals : GIZ may optionally commission contract amendments and/or increases based on the criteria in the tender documents to the successful bidder of this tender. For details, please see the terms of reference.

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
The names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to perform the contract must be given : Not required
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : yes
This procurement is also suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) : yes
Additional information : #Besonders auch geeignet für:selbst#

5.1.7 Strategic procurement

Aim of strategic procurement : Reduction of environmental impacts
Description : As described in the terms of reference.
Approach to reducing environmental impacts : Climate change adaptation, Climate change mitigation, Pollution prevention and control

5.1.9 Selection criteria

Sources of selection criteria : Notice
Criterion : References on specified services
Description : EN-B1: Technical and professional ability (Mit dem Angebot; Mittels Eigenerklärung): 1. The technical assessment is only based on reference projects with a minimum commission value of 2,000.00 EUR. 2. At least 3 reference projects in the technical field "nergy and/or green H2 and PtX, resp." in the last 36 emonths.
Criterion : Average yearly turnover
Description : EN-C1: Economic and financial standing (Mit dem Angebot; Mittels Eigenerklärung): Average annual turnover: not applicable.
Criterion : Other economic or financial requirements
Description : EN-C2: Economic and financial standing (Mit dem Angebot; Mittels Eigenerklärung): Average number of employees and managers in the last three calendar years: not applicable.

5.1.11 Procurement documents

Languages in which the procurement documents are officially available : English
Deadline for requesting additional information : 18/08/2025 23:59 +02:00

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : English
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Variants : Not allowed
Tenderers may submit more than one tender : Allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 25/08/2025 12:00 +02:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 187 Day
Information that can be supplemented after the submission deadline :
At the discretion of the buyer, some missing tenderer-related documents may be submitted later.
Additional information : GIZ asks the applicant or bidder to submit, complete or correct documents, within the framework laid down by law.
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 25/08/2025 12:00 +02:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Conditions relating to the performance of the contract : The execution conditions result from the information given in the contract notice and the tender documents.
Electronic invoicing : Required
Electronic ordering will be used : yes
Electronic payment will be used : yes

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
Framework agreement, without reopening of competition
Maximum number of participants : 20
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : Vergabekammern des Bundes
Information about review deadlines : According to Article 160, Section 3 of the German Act Against Restraint of Competition (GWB), application for review is not permissible insofar as 1. the applicant has identified the claimed infringement of the procurement rules before submitting the application for review and has not submitted a complaint to the contracting authority within a period of 10 calendar days; the expiry of the period pursuant to Article 134, Section 2 remains unaffected; 2. complaints of infringements of procurement rules that are evident in the tender notice are not submitted to the contracting authority at the latest by the expiry of the deadline for the application or by the deadline for the submission of bids, specified in the tender notice; 3. complaints of infringements of procurement rules that first become evident in the tender documents are not submitted to the contracting authority at the latest by the expiry of the deadline for application or by the deadline for the submission of bids; 4. more than 15 calendar days have expired since receipt of notification from the contracting authority that it is unwilling to redress the complaint. Sentence 1 does not apply in the case of an application to determine the invalidity of the contract in accordance with Article 135, Section 1 (2). Article 134, Section 1, Sentence 2 remains unaffected.
Organisation providing additional information about the procurement procedure : Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Organisation receiving requests to participate : Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

8. Organisations

8.1 ORG-0001

Official name : Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Registration number : 993-80072-52
Postal address : Dag-Hammarskjöld-Weg 1 - 5
Town : Eschborn
Postcode : 65760
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Main-Taunus-Kreis ( DE71A )
Country : Germany
Telephone : +49 6196794145
Fax : +49 6196791115
Internet address : https://www.giz.de
Roles of this organisation :
Buyer
Organisation providing additional information about the procurement procedure
Organisation receiving requests to participate

8.1 ORG-0002

Official name : Vergabekammern des Bundes
Registration number : 022894990
Postal address : Kaiser-Friedrich-Straße 16
Town : Bonn
Postcode : 53113
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Bonn, Kreisfreie Stadt ( DEA22 )
Country : Germany
Telephone : +49 2289499-0
Fax : +49 2289499-163
Roles of this organisation :
Review organisation

8.1 ORG-0003

Official name : Datenservice Öffentlicher Einkauf (in Verantwortung des Beschaffungsamts des BMI)
Registration number : 0204:994-DOEVD-83
Town : Bonn
Postcode : 53119
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Bonn, Kreisfreie Stadt ( DEA22 )
Country : Germany
Telephone : +49228996100
Roles of this organisation :
TED eSender

Notice information

Notice identifier/version : 7c9478af-d8f9-4929-b790-af673b7991ce - 01
Form type : Competition
Notice type : Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice dispatch date : 23/07/2025 07:29 +02:00
Languages in which this notice is officially available : English
Notice publication number : 00484874-2025
OJ S issue number : 140/2025
Publication date : 24/07/2025