Award

Warm Homes Local Grant

CORNWALL COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Nov 2025 at 17:00

Tender

01 Aug 2025 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

Cornwall Council, located in Truro, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the "Warm Homes Local Grant" initiative, aimed at improving energy efficiency in residential properties. The contract was awarded to Bell Group Ltd, a large supplier, on 18th November 2025. The procurement method was an open competition below the threshold, and the project is now in the active contract stage. The work will commence on 19th November 2025 and is expected to conclude by 18th October 2028, targeting construction work within the UK. This initiative is part of Cornwall Council's commitment to supporting the UK's net-zero carbon emissions targets.

The Warm Homes Local Grant provides significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and energy efficiency sectors to participate in substantial retrofit and renewable energy measures. Companies with expertise in enhancing thermal performance and sustainability of buildings, particularly those familiar with delivering energy-efficient solutions, would find this contract lucrative. The procurement process prioritised quality and social value, making it an attractive proposition for SMEs and businesses focused on sustainability and quality management. The initiative also underscores the importance of contributing to energy conservation goals, presenting a growth avenue for businesses that align with these environmental objectives.

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Notice Title

Warm Homes Local Grant

Notice Description

The purpose of this Term Service Contract is to deliver a comprehensive program of energy efficiency improvements under the The Warm Homes Local Grant initiative. The contract is designed to address the thermal performance, energy consumption, and sustainability of residential properties by implementing a range of retrofit and renewable energy measures. These improvements aim to enhance the quality of living environments, reduce energy bills, and support the Employer's commitment to achieving the United Kingdom's net-zero carbon emissions targets.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056b7c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074961-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
19 Nov 2025 - 18 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CORNWALL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rachael Dicken
Contact Email
rachael.dicken@cornwall.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TRURO
Postcode
TR1 3AY
Post Town
Truro
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Truro Boscawen & Redannick
Westminster Constituency
Truro and Falmouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BELL GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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