ScotWind auction: supply chain development statements

ScotWind auction: supply chain development statements

Overview

The ScotWind offshore wind leasing round required bidders to submit Supply Chain Development Statements (SCDSs). These outlined commitments to UK and Scottish expenditure. We supported seven different developers in preparing high-quality SCDSs.

We analysed supply chain capacity, assessed infrastructure, and drafted compelling and compliant statements. This ensured Supply Chain Development Statements demonstrated credible commitments. Developers trusted us for our supply chain expertise and robust modelling methodologies.

Key challenges

  • Complex supply chain mapping
  • Limited supply chain capacity
  • Meeting Crown Estate Scotland’s expectations
  • Quantifying impacts
  • Tight timelines and coordination

Key impact

  • Supported 7 successful ScotWind bids
  • Delivered bespoke supply chain and infrastructure analysis
  • Produced detailed economic impact models
  • Helped developers articulate realistic and ambitious commitments
  • Reinforced BVGA’s position as a trusted expert

BVGA team

Neil Douglas

Alun Roberts

Graham Gow

Patrick Whelan

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