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Project SWAN Development Agreement

DESNZ

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), located in London, is overseeing the procurement process for the 'Project SWAN Development Agreement,' focusing on energy and related services under the CPV code 71314000. This tender pertains to the extension of an existing contract, initially aimed at establishing a large-scale low carbon heat network within Westminster as part of the Advanced Zoning Programme. The contract period, starting on the 6th of September 2024 and ending on the 31st of March 2027, allows delivery to various UK regions, including Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and globally. The procurement method utilized is an open procedure, catering to both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs), with key award status marked 'active' since September 2024.

Business opportunities abound within this tender for enterprises possessing expertise in low carbon energy solutions, as the development of the South Westminster Area Network (SWAN) holds substantial promise for growth in energy services. The procurement invites SMEs and VCSEs to commercialise and deliver advanced heat network services catering to demands exceeding 400 GWh annually. Suppliers like SWAN Heat Network Limited and SWAN ESCO Limited, which have already been awarded contracts, exemplify ideal candidates possessing the requisite resources and know-how. Engaging with this project could provide significant leverage in environmental technology and expand business reach across diverse regions supported by the contract's structure.

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Notice Title

Project SWAN Development Agreement

Notice Description

This is a notice of variation to the existing contract: tender_402787/1402470 https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dc2d088-eac6-4f31-92c3-c3e6bda48509 Extension of the contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-19310ea9-d91e-4038-83b5-d1227b483a86
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf28d9da-a139-4f48-85c8-23cd76ad0d2e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

SWAN ESCO

SWAN HEAT NETWORK

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