How Hydrogen IQ Works
A step-by-step guide to our platform's process, clarifying the roles of Problem Owners and Solution Providers.
Platform Process Flow
From listing a challenge to a successful project, here’s how each role interacts with the platform.
| Problem Owner | Stage | Solution Provider |
|---|---|---|
| Anonymously lists a decarbonisation challenge, defining scope, budget, and requirements. | Opportunity Listing | N/A |
| Opportunity is live for providers to view. | Discovery & EOI | Browses opportunities, favourites those of interest, and can submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). |
| Anonymously answers questions submitted by potential providers to clarify scope. | Anonymous Q&A | Anonymously asks clarifying questions about the opportunity. |
| Receives and reviews proposals from various solution providers. | Proposal Submission | Submits detailed proposals addressing the challenge requirements. |
| Shortlists providers, makes a selection, and moves to the contracting phase managed by an Account Manager. | Selection & Contracting | Engages in the contracting process upon being selected as the preferred provider. |
| Project is successfully delivered. | Project Success | Pays a nominal success fee to the platform upon contract award. |