Tender

Supply of Biomass Fuel to City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

20 Nov 2025 at 18:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking to procure the supply of biomass fuel for its public buildings, specifically for woodchip and wood pellets, over a three-year period. This tender, titled "Supply of Biomass Fuel to City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council," falls under the industry category of fuels with CPV codes for solid and wood fuels. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, and the process is open for competition below the threshold as per UK regulations. Key deadlines include an enquiry period concluding on 4th December 2025 and a tender submission deadline of 8th December 2025. The contract period is expected to begin on 19th December 2025 and run through 18th January 2029, with the delivery location specified within the region of UKE41 in the United Kingdom. The total contract value is anticipated to be around £150,000 to £180,000 GBP. Prospective suppliers are encouraged to ensure their products meet government standards for use in biomass boilers eligible for Renewable Heat Incentive claims.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of biomass fuels, particularly those specialising in woodchip and pellet production. Businesses that can provide environmentally sustainable and socially valuable solutions, while offering competitive pricing for delivery and storage logistics, would find this tender particularly advantageous. With procurement evaluations focusing largely on price but also on quality aspects such as environmental benefits and social value, suppliers with strong green credentials and the ability to demonstrate social contributions would be considered well-suited to compete. This opportunity is not only a potential avenue for steady business growth but also a chance to enhance a company’s portfolio with a public sector client known for its commitment to sustainable practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Biomass Fuel to City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council

Notice Description

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council currently has four buildings that use biomass fuel. This contract is for the supply of biomass fuel - woodchip and wood pellets - for 3 years to these four buildings and any other new biomass boilers that are installed or acquired as part of a building purchase. The number of buildings may decrease as part of the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council estate rationalisation programme. The contract is to supply biomass fuel mainly woodchip to four BMDC buildings; * Bradford Industrial Museum * Wedgewood House * Margaret McMillan Tower - Sir Henry Mitchell House (shared plantroom) In 2023/24 these total amount of biomass pellets used was 33 tonnes and the amount of woodchip used was 241 tonnes. The values for 2024/25 were lower due to mechanical issues and one biomass system being decommissioned. The figures for 23/24 are the maximum level anticipated for this contract with actual amounts likely to be lower. Please bear this in mind when quoting prices. The biomass fuel must reach minimum standards for use in biomass boilers and which are approved by UK government for Renewable Heat Incentive claims. Please state delivery times from receipt of order. Pricing Pricing should be a delivered price including transportation and depositing the biomass fuel into the biomass storage tanks at each site. Seprate pricing is required for both Woodchip and Biomass Pellets We require pricing separately for the remainder of 2025/26 and the following years of 2026/27, 2027/28 and 2028/29.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e5eb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075854-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

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

CPV Codes

03413000 - Fuel wood

09100000 - Fuels

09110000 - Solid fuels

09111400 - Wood fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 18 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Olamide Ojuri
Contact Email
olamide.ojuri@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1274431000

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE41 Bradford
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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