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North Northamptonshire Council Decarbonisation Project

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

29 May 2025 at 13:40

Tender

19 Nov 2024 at 16:00

Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council has successfully completed the procurement process for its Decarbonisation Project aimed at retrofitting three council buildings with Air Source Heat Pumps and Solar PV Panels, replacing existing gas boilers. The project, classified under 'Construction work' and 'Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment', was conducted using an open procurement method. The primary sites for these works are located in Corby and Desborough within the UKF25 region. The award was made to Alternative Heat Limited on 28th May 2025, with a contract valued at approximately £3.98 million. Key procurement stages included an active tender phase commencing in November 2024, with an opening of bids occurring on 19th December 2024.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in renewable energy systems, construction, and electrical installation works. Businesses that are experienced in large-scale projects involving energy efficiency upgrades and sustainable building technologies will find this contract highly relevant. Engaging in projects of this nature can help firms establish themselves in the lucrative domain of public sector decarbonisation initiatives, boosting their profile and expanding their portfolio within the UK energy sector.

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Notice Title

North Northamptonshire Council Decarbonisation Project

Notice Description

North Northamptonshire Council ("NNC") is seeking potential providers for the delivery of the supply and installation of Air Source Heat Pumps and Solar PV Panels across 3 Council buildings. The project will involve replacing gas boilers with Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) and installing solar PV panels to support delivery of NNC's Decarbonation Project.

Lot Information

Corby Cube (George Street NN17 1QC) and Corby Swimming Pool (Parkland Gateway George Street NN17 1QC)

The works comprise of decarbonisation works to the Corby East Midlands International Pool and the Corby Cube. The potential providers is referred to the tender documents including drawings and specifications for a full description of the works, but these briefly comprise of the following: natural gas supply systems, in-direct hot water storage supply systems, ASHPs, LTHW heating, mechanical ventilation, LV installations, earthing & bonding, fire detection and alarms, solar PV installations, new electrical supply, associated builders works, and an external compound fencing and groundworks.

Desborough Leisure Centre (Ironwood Avenue NN14 2JJ)

The works comprise of decarbonisation works to the Desborough Leisure Centre. The potential provider is referred to the tender documents including drawings and specifications for a full description of the works, but these briefly comprise of the following: natural gas supply systems, in-direct hot water storage supply systems, ASHPs, LTHW heating, mechanical ventilation, LV installations, earthing & bonding, fire detection and alarms, solar PV installations, new electrical supply, associated builders works, and an external compound fencing and groundwork

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04bcfa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028493-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,978,967 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
North Northamptonshire Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@northnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3001263000

Buyer Location

Locality
KETTERING
Postcode
NN16 8TL
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire, TLF25 North Northamptonshire

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Lloyds
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALTERNATIVE HEAT

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