Planning

Plymouth Heat Networks Development Partner

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

15 Jul 2025 at 14:53

Planning

23 May 2025 at 14:55

Summary of the contracting process

Plymouth City Council is seeking a Development Partner for the "Plymouth Heat Networks Development Partner" project, aiming to develop, invest in, deliver, own, operate, maintain, and expand a heat network across the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the planning stage, with the future notice date set for 16 July 2025. This project falls under the services category in the energy and related services industry, and the planned contract period is from 30 January 2026 to 31 December 2086. Interested parties can anticipate a tender notice to be published soon, reflecting the latest update on the estimated publication date.

This substantial £3.5 billion (net) procurement provides exceptional opportunities for businesses specialising in energy services. Networking, utilities, and infrastructure companies with capabilities in heat management and sustainable energy solutions are well-positioned to compete. The partnership will enable businesses to align with government objectives, enhancing their profile within the UK public sector and contributing to long-term, sustainable development goals. The procurement process invites innovative approaches and commitment to sustainable energy, encouraging businesses to expand their market reach and influence.

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Notice Title

Plymouth Heat Networks Development Partner

Notice Description

Procurement of a Development Partner to develop, invest in, deliver, own, operate, maintain & expand a heat network.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052419
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040130-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2086 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@plymouth.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL1 3BJ
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
St Peter and the Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Further Information

Notice Documents

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