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NW8 Heat Network - Multi-dis Support Team

WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL

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23 Mar 2026 at 08:28

Summary of the contracting process

Westminster City Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "NW8 Heat Network - Multi-disciplinary Support Team" project, with the award dated 18 November 2025 and published on 23 March 2026. The procurement involved the provision of energy-efficiency consultancy services in London under CPV classification 71314300, through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 22 December 2025 to 21 December 2026, with a total value of £243,900. This initiative is vital for furthering heat network development in the NW8 postcode area, aligning with UK Government guidance for Detailed Project Development (DPD).

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in energy efficiency consultancy, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given the suitability support. With Buro Happold awarded the contract as the supplier, businesses in the consultancy industry can expect to engage with large-scale projects that contribute to sustainable energy solutions. Firms equipped to deliver innovative solutions and consultancy services in energy proficiently could benefit from similar opportunities, fostering expansion and visibility within this sector.

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Notice Title

NW8 Heat Network - Multi-dis Support Team

Notice Description

Procurement of a multi disciplinary team to provide Detailed Project Development (DPD) in line with the UK Government's guidance and requirements for the DPD process for heat networks in relation to the NW8 post code area

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b16307ea-31b7-44e4-8acd-5d809151c808
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c6986fb-aff5-4c3e-8b17-589d10075a53
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£243,900 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£243,900 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20254 months ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1E 6QP
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
TLI London

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BURO HAPPOLD

Further Information

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