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PS-24-62 - Supply of Biomass Fuel and Operation of Biomass Boilers at Barony Campus and Stewarton Academy

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Award

11 Sep 2025 at 14:14

Tender

17 Sep 2024 at 10:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by East Ayrshire Council, involves the supply of biomass fuel and the operation and maintenance of biomass boilers at Barony Campus and Stewarton Academy. This contract falls within the main procurement category of goods under the CPV classification "Wood fuels" (09111400). Situated in the region of Kilmarnock, this tender follows an open procedure in accordance with the EU legal framework. The contract, identified as "PS-24-62" with a value of £1,227,385.20, was awarded to AMP Clean Energy Services and was fully executed on 20 December 2024, having initially commenced in 2024 to run potentially up to four years with renewal options. The award phase is now complete, with bids having been submitted by 18 October 2024.

This tender provides numerous opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the biomass fuel supply chain and associated maintenance services. It is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including those experienced in executing contracts with regional authorities and capable of meeting specific technical and financial criteria such as registration on the Biomass Suppliers List (BSL) and holding adequate insurance. The inclusion of community benefits within this procurement process—emphasizing local recruitment, training, and community engagement—offers additional avenues for businesses that can contribute to these goals. The project's focus on sustainability and renewable energy solutions aligns with broader government initiatives, facilitating potential growth and diversification for participating businesses.

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Notice Title

PS-24-62 - Supply of Biomass Fuel and Operation of Biomass Boilers at Barony Campus and Stewarton Academy

Notice Description

Supply of Biomass Fuel including the Operation and Maintenance of Biomass Boilers at Barony Campus and Stewarton Academy.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of Biomass Fuel including the Operation and Maintenance of Biomass Boilers at Barony Campus and Stewarton Academy.

Renewal: 3No. Optional 1 Year Extensions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-049b63
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055875-2025
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

09100000 - Fuels

09110000 - Solid fuels

09111400 - Wood fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,227,385 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
4 Years

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
David Shields
Contact Email
david.shields@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1563576000

Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMP CLEAN ENERGY SERVICES

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