Tender

Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Energy Efficiency (EE)

INDEPENDENCE C I C

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Tender

12 Feb 2025 at 20:25

Summary of the contracting process

Plymouth City Council, in collaboration with Independence CIC, has initiated a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) titled "Energy Efficiency (EE)" aimed at public sector bodies within the United Kingdom. The procurement process, currently at the tender stage, was published on 12th February 2025 and invites contractors and suppliers to join the DPS from 18th February 2025. This opportunity focuses on the energy efficiency sector, covering a wide range of related categories such as electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy, as well as construction and environmental management. The tender, following a restricted procedure, closes on 29th September 2028, with contract implementation scheduled from 30th September 2028 to 1st October 2028.

Businesses involved in energy-efficient products, construction, and environmental services can greatly benefit from this tender by obtaining contracts that contribute to reducing carbon emissions and lowering energy costs. The DPS is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, fostering economic revitalisation and improving public health through enhanced energy performance of buildings. Various funding streams, including the Warm Homes Local Grant and the Energy Company Obligation, support this initiative, making it ideal for businesses adept at navigating flexible and cost-effective procurement processes. With substantial funding of £425 million available, companies can secure growth opportunities by providing innovative solutions for energy efficiency measures.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Energy Efficiency (EE)

Notice Description

Plymouth City Council (PCC) as the lead Contracting Authority is putting in place a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) in association with Independence Brokerage Services CIC (trading as Independence CIC (INCIC) for use by public sector bodies identified at: http://www.incic.org.uk/eligibility-criteria-ee-dps/ The DPS will be open for Contractor / Supplier (Providers) to apply to join from 18th February 2025. Further details of how to Join can be found at: https://www.incic.org.uk/about-plymouth-ee-dps/ A number of public sector bodies are also responsible for energy efficiency initiatives. These authorities have a duty to promote and implement energy efficiency measures under various national and local schemes aimed at reducing carbon emissions and lowering energy costs for residents. The main purpose of this procurement is to facilitate Energy Efficiency measures through a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). This system is designed to support local authorities and their partners in accessing energy-efficient products, works, and services. It aims to enhance the energy performance of buildings, contributing to broader environmental and economic objectives such as carbon reduction, economic revitalisation, and public health improvement. The DPS will cover a comprehensive range of energy efficiency categories, allowing for flexible and cost-effective procurement processes that align with available funding streams, including the Warm Homes Local Grant, Local Authority Delivery scheme, the Home Upgrade Grant, and the Energy Company Obligation. This approach enables the continuous improvement of energy efficiency, ensuring that public sector bodies can respond dynamically to emerging needs and opportunities in the energy sector. https://www.incic.org.uk/about-plymouth-ee-dps/ This DPS is split into Lots and Sub Lot (s) and is designed to facilitate the Contracting Authority's and other public sector bodies current and future needs to arrange Energy Efficiency measures for their self and grant applicants. The Lots for this procurement are set out below as follows; https://www.incic.org.uk/about-plymouth-ee-dps/ Apply to join DPS at; https://www.incic.org.uk/about-plymouth-ee-dps/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-364f05a6-90ee-4fc6-87d4-33d11ea73a8a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c61ab68-7fbd-4a5c-b773-bea2c8c7a461
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

42 - Industrial machinery

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

80 - Education and training services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

31121300 - Wind-energy generators

42511110 - Heat pumps

42520000 - Ventilation equipment

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses

45223800 - Assembly and erection of prefabricated structures

45248000 - Construction work for hydro-mechanical structures

45251160 - Wind-power installation works

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

45300000 - Building installation work

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

71314000 - Energy and related services

71315300 - Building surveying services

71315410 - Inspection of ventilation system

71321100 - Construction economics services

80000000 - Education and training services

90710000 - Environmental management

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£425,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 20283 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2028 - 1 Oct 2028 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INDEPENDENCE C I C
Contact Name
Nicola Turvey
Contact Email
nicola.turvey@plymouth.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1752304118

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL1 3BJ
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
St Peter and the Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

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