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Supply of Biomass Chips and Pellets Contract

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Apr 2024 at 10:03

Tender

18 Dec 2023 at 12:55

Summary of the contracting process

The tender titled "Supply of Biomass Chips and Pellets Contract" issued by Aberdeenshire Council involves the supply and delivery of biomass chips and pellets for a 3-year period with a possible 12-month extension. The procurement is for goods falling under the industry category fuel wood. The tender has two lots, each with specific award criteria. The procurement method is an open procedure and the buying organisation is Aberdeenshire Council located in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. The contract was awarded on 1st April 2024 for the supply of biomass pellets.

This tender by Aberdeenshire Council for the supply of biomass chips and pellets presents opportunities for contractors specializing in wood fuels to expand their business. Businesses with expertise in biomass fuel supply, compliance with quality standards, health & safety practices, and competitive pricing are well-suited to compete. The contract offers a chance for growth over a significant period, providing stability for suppliers. Being an active tender, interested parties can consider submitting bids before the deadline on 22nd January 2024 for a chance to secure the supply contract.

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Notice Title

Supply of Biomass Chips and Pellets Contract

Notice Description

the supply and delivery of biomass chips and pellets to various premises for a 3 year period with option to extend by 12 months.

Lot Information

Supply of Biomass Chips

Aberdeenshire Council require competitive tenders from suitably qualified contractors to complete the supply and delivery of biomass chips to various premises for a 3 year period with an option to extend by 12 months.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 12 month period

Supply of Biomass Pellets

Aberdeenshire Council require competitive tenders from suitably qualified contractors to complete the supply and delivery of biomass pellets to various premises for a 3 year period with an option to extend by 12 months.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 12 month period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04266c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011929-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

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


CPV Codes

03413000 - Fuel wood

09111400 - Wood fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,527,860 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cpssprocurement@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467530600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PUFFIN PELLETS

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