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Provision of Biomass Fuel and Boiler Maintenance

UHI North,West and Hebrides

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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27 Feb 2025 at 10:00

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28 Nov 2024 at 15:58

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05 Nov 2024 at 14:28

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31 Oct 2024 at 12:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), through its academic partners UHI North, West and Hebrides; Sabhal Mòr Ostaig; and the Scottish Association for Marine Science, has completed a procurement process for the Provision of Biomass Fuel and Boiler Maintenance in the regions of Sleat, Oban, Thurso, Portree, and Fort William. This service contract in the category of 'Repair and maintenance services of boilers' was awarded to Puffin Energy Ltd with the contract signed on 18 February 2025 for an initial duration of two years, with the possibility of two additional 12-month extensions. The contract was awarded following an open procedure and the final stages of the procurement included details regarding commercial evaluation and performance criteria.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the biomass fuel and maintenance industry to engage with a prominent educational institution. It offers potential for business growth through the provision of essential services to multiple campuses, ensuring boiler systems operate efficiently and sustainably. Businesses with expertise in biomass fuel supply, boiler maintenance, and environmental management would find this tender well-matched to their services. Additionally, since the contract includes the possibility of extensions based on performance, consistent service quality can lead to a long-term partnership with UHI. Businesses that can demonstrate strong management practices, environmental responsibility, and adherence to fair work practices are particularly well-suited to compete for this sort of public contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Biomass Fuel and Boiler Maintenance

Notice Description

The named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands have a requirement for the Provision of Biomass Fuel and Boiler Maintenance. For the avoidance of doubt, the named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands are: - UHI North, West and Hebrides - Sabhal Mor Ostaig - Scottish Association for Marine Science

Lot Information

Lot 1

The scope of this procurement exercise includes the Provision of Biomass Fuel and Biomass Boiler Maintenance (including repairs). Full detail regarding the scope of this requirement is contained in 'Appendix H - Specification'.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b2f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007358-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

09111400 - Wood fuels

50531100 - Repair and maintenance services of boilers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£240,110 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Unknown at this current moment

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UHI North,West and Hebrides
Additional Buyers

Sabhal Mòr Ostaig

Scottish Association for Marine Science ('SAMS')

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ARGYLL
Postcode
KW14 7EE
Postcode Area
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands
Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Thurso and Northwest Caithness
Westminster Constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Puffin Energy Ltd

Further Information

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