Planning

EPP0157 - HRA Gas Maintenance, Servicing, Heater Refurb & Upgrade Market Engagement

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Planning

13 Dec 2024 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

Essex County Council is currently in the planning stage for a significant procurement process titled "EPP0157 - HRA Gas Maintenance, Servicing, Heater Refurb & Upgrade Market Engagement." This process is categorized under the repair and maintenance services industry and covers the housing stock in Tendring, UKH3 region. The gas contracts in question are currently split into two separate contracts but may be merged into one larger contract to cover the entire district. The future notice date for the tender is set for 17 February 2025.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in services related to the oil and gas industry, installation services, and heating equipment. Companies that offer checking and testing apparatus, non-electric domestic appliances, and plumbing equipment will find this procurement particularly relevant. Engaging in market engagement activities with Essex County Council will allow businesses to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially secure a long-term, lucrative contract, contributing significantly to their growth prospects.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

D3 Tenders Premium

Win More Public Sector Contracts

AI-powered tender discovery, pipeline management, and market intelligence — everything you need to grow your public sector business.

Notice Title

EPP0157 - HRA Gas Maintenance, Servicing, Heater Refurb & Upgrade Market Engagement

Notice Description

Introduction We are inviting suppliers to participate in market engagement to gain a better understanding of the market and gather insights on how best to structure these contracts. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us ensure that the combined contract meets the needs of our tenants and delivers value for money. Below are key areas of interest. Please provide responses where applicable. Note that you are not required to answer every question--responses should focus on areas relevant to your expertise or product/service offering. Background The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) team at Tendring District Council (TDC) is responsible for maintaining the housing stock in Tendring. The current housing portfolio consists of approximately 3,121 homes, including sheltered units and other types of accommodation. The gas contracts, which make up a significant portion of the HRA's expenditure, are currently divided into two separate contracts: the Gas Heater Refurbishment & Upgrade Contract and the Domestic Heating & Maintenance Contract. These contracts are also split geographically into North and South regions. However, we are considering merging these contracts into one larger contract and to cover the entire district.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Introduction We are inviting suppliers to participate in market engagement to gain a better understanding of the market and gather insights on how best to structure these contracts. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us ensure that the combined contract meets the needs of our tenants and delivers value for money. Below are key areas of interest. Please provide responses where applicable. Note that you are not required to answer every question--responses should focus on areas relevant to your expertise or product/service offering. Background The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) team at Tendring District Council (TDC) is responsible for maintaining the housing stock in Tendring. The current housing portfolio consists of approximately 3,121 homes, including sheltered units and other types of accommodation. The gas contracts, which make up a significant portion of the HRA's expenditure, are currently divided into two separate contracts: the Gas Heater Refurbishment & Upgrade Contract and the Domestic Heating & Maintenance Contract. These contracts are also split geographically into North and South regions. However, we are considering merging these contracts into one larger contract and to cover the entire district.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040258-2024
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry


CPV Codes

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

39715000 - Water heaters and heating for buildings; plumbing equipment

39720000 - Non-electric domestic appliances

44600000 - Tanks, reservoirs and containers; central-heating radiators and boilers

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

76000000 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Feb 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mr James Jesney
Contact Email
james.jesney@essex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 333

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8-2024-12-13T13:24:30Z",
    "date": "2024-12-13T13:24:30Z",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "DN755947",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "32014L0024",
            "scheme": "CELEX"
        },
        "title": "EPP0157 - HRA Gas Maintenance, Servicing, Heater Refurb & Upgrade Market Engagement",
        "status": "planned",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "50000000",
            "description": "Repair and maintenance services"
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "description": "Introduction We are inviting suppliers to participate in market engagement to gain a better understanding of the market and gather insights on how best to structure these contracts. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us ensure that the combined contract meets the needs of our tenants and delivers value for money. Below are key areas of interest. Please provide responses where applicable. Note that you are not required to answer every question--responses should focus on areas relevant to your expertise or product/service offering. Background The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) team at Tendring District Council (TDC) is responsible for maintaining the housing stock in Tendring. The current housing portfolio consists of approximately 3,121 homes, including sheltered units and other types of accommodation. The gas contracts, which make up a significant portion of the HRA's expenditure, are currently divided into two separate contracts: the Gas Heater Refurbishment & Upgrade Contract and the Domestic Heating & Maintenance Contract. These contracts are also split geographically into North and South regions. However, we are considering merging these contracts into one larger contract and to cover the entire district.",
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "description": "Introduction We are inviting suppliers to participate in market engagement to gain a better understanding of the market and gather insights on how best to structure these contracts. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us ensure that the combined contract meets the needs of our tenants and delivers value for money. Below are key areas of interest. Please provide responses where applicable. Note that you are not required to answer every question--responses should focus on areas relevant to your expertise or product/service offering. Background The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) team at Tendring District Council (TDC) is responsible for maintaining the housing stock in Tendring. The current housing portfolio consists of approximately 3,121 homes, including sheltered units and other types of accommodation. The gas contracts, which make up a significant portion of the HRA's expenditure, are currently divided into two separate contracts: the Gas Heater Refurbishment & Upgrade Contract and the Domestic Heating & Maintenance Contract. These contracts are also split geographically into North and South regions. However, we are considering merging these contracts into one larger contract and to cover the entire district.",
                "status": "planned"
            }
        ],
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "51000000",
                        "description": "Installation services (except software)"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "76000000",
                        "description": "Services related to the oil and gas industry"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "44600000",
                        "description": "Tanks, reservoirs and containers; central-heating radiators and boilers"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "38500000",
                        "description": "Checking and testing apparatus"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "39720000",
                        "description": "Non-electric domestic appliances"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "39715000",
                        "description": "Water heaters and heating for buildings; plumbing equipment"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UKH3"
                    }
                ],
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "communication": {
            "futureNoticeDate": "2025-02-17T00:00:00Z"
        },
        "coveredBy": [
            "GPA"
        ]
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-FTS-4622",
            "name": "Essex County Council",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "Essex County Council"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "County Hall, Market Road",
                "locality": "Chelmsford",
                "region": "UKH3",
                "postalCode": "CM1 1QH",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Mr James Jesney",
                "telephone": "+44 333",
                "email": "james.jesney@essex.gov.uk",
                "url": "https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=d498e4b0-8bb8-ef11-8132-005056b64545"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "https://www.essex.gov.uk/",
                "buyerProfile": "https://www.essex.gov.uk/",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "TED_CA_TYPE",
                        "id": "REGIONAL_AUTHORITY",
                        "description": "Regional or local authority"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "COFOG",
                        "id": "06",
                        "description": "Housing and community amenities"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-FTS-4622",
        "name": "Essex County Council"
    },
    "language": "en"
}