OFTO build: early and late competition models
- Publication type:
- Consultation
- Publication date:
- Closing date:
- 02 July 2026
- Status:
- Open
- Topic:
- Offshore electricity transmission
We are consulting on our proposals for an early competition Offshore Transmission Owner (OFTO) build model and our plans to update the late competition OFTO build model.
Consultation description
In September 2025 we published a call for input to seek views on our proposals for developing an early competition Offshore Transmission Owner (OFTO) build model.
Building on the feedback to the call for input, this consultation sets out the detailed proposals for the early competition OFTO build model. This includes proposals for the tender process, evaluation criteria, commercial framework and mandatory application of the model in certain circumstances.
We are also updating the late competition OFTO build model to support our ambition to provide the greatest possible flexibility for the development of offshore transmission assets. This consultation seeks industry views on the best way to update the existing late-competition OFTO build model to ensure that it is fit for purpose for the future offshore transmission landscape.
Who should respond
We welcome responses from all stakeholders, including generators, potential OFTOs, investors, supply chain participants, and consumer groups.
How to respond
Submit your response by 2 July 2026 by emailing OFTObuild@ofgem.gov.uk.