DescriptionThis dataset includes all registered assets on the Flexibility Procurement Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). It is vital for stakeholders seeking insights into the current market liquidity of DSO Flexibility and researching average bid prices. This dataset complies with Ofgem Licence Condition C31E.
Contents:Summary of registered assets
Bid prices offered
Bid approval information
Reasons for bid rejections
Participating Flexibility ProvidersPurpose: Ensuring with regulatory requirements, such as Ofgem Licence Condition C31E, fostering trust and accountability among stakeholders and the public. Users gain insights into market liquidity supporting informed decision-making. The data encourages stakeholder participation and feedback, driving service improvements.Date Range:Covers all registered assets to date and is updated monthly.License Areas:Includes both SPM and SPD license areas.Granularity:Detailed on a monthly basis.DisclaimerWhilst all reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this data, SP Energy Networks does not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of this data, and is not liable for any loss that may be attributed to the use of this data. For the avoidance of doubt, this data should not be used for safety critical purposes without the use of appropriate safety checks and services e.g. LineSearchBeforeUDig etc. Please raise any potential issues with the data which you have received via the feedback form available at the Feedback tab above (must be logged in to see this).Example Use CasesFlexibility Service Providers / Energy SuppliersFlexibility service providers could use the data to:Identify flexibility opportunities in the SPEN area by analyzing historical bid prices, participating providers, and the reasons behind accepted or rejected bids.Plan their service offerings and resource allocation based on specified MW capacity, locations, and past competition outcomes.Analyze market signals and trends to optimize their participation in future flexibility markets.Potential Platform ProvidersAs our third-party platform provider, DPS platforms could use the data to:Provide detailed insights into upcoming flexibility procurement needsHelp FSPs plan and allocate their resources more effectively based on the latest bidding data.Consultancies / Competitor AnalysisConsultancies and competitors can leverage this data to:Identify flexibility opportunities in the SPEN area by analysing historical bid prices, participating providers, and the reasons behind accepted or rejected bids.Research service offerings and resource allocation for their clients based on information provided, such as specified MW capacity, locations, and past competition outcomes.Analyse market signals and trends to identify opportunities for their clients to optimise their knowledge and make informed decisions on DSO Flexibility markets.Data TriageAs part of our commitment to enhancing the transparency, and accessibility of the data we share, we publish the results of our Data Triage process.
Our Data Triage documentation includes our Risk Assessments; detailing any controls we have implemented to prevent exposure of sensitive information. Click here to access the Data Triage documentation for the Flexibility Bids, Competitions and Registered Assets dataset. To access our full suite of Data Triage documentation, visit the SP Energy Networks Data & Information.Download dataset metadata (JSON)