Planning

Biomass Heating Systems - Supply of Fuel Pellets

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Planning

11 May 2026 at 07:38

Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the supply of Wood Pellet Fuel to power 10 biomass heating systems across their estate. This initiative falls under the industry category of solid fuels, specifically focusing on goods procurement. The project is scheduled to have a future notice date on 10th June 2026. The procurement is classified as planned and will take place in the Argyll and Bute region in the United Kingdom, identified by the region code UKM6. The legal basis for this process aligns with European Union directives under scheme CELEX, and it's covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). Interested suppliers should note the contact at Argyll and Bute Council is Lewis Cowburgh, and further information can be accessed via their designated buyer profile.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of wood fuels, given the requirement for a reliable supplier to provide pellet fuel to multiple biomass heating systems. It offers a consistent demand and potential long-term engagement with a regional authority known for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Companies specialising in solid biofuels, wood fuel supply, and those capable of fulfilling demands across a regional distribution network would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Establishing a partnership with Argyll and Bute Council could enhance a supplier's portfolio in the renewable energy sector and open doors for further opportunities within the UK's public procurement landscape.

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

Notice Title

Biomass Heating Systems - Supply of Fuel Pellets

Notice Description

Argyll and Bute Council require an external supplier to provide a supply of Wood Pellet Fuel to 10nr Biomass Heating Systems across the estate.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council require an external supplier to provide a supply of Wood Pellet Fuel to 10nr Biomass Heating Systems across the estate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069537
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042784-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09110000 - Solid fuels

09111400 - Wood fuels

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Jun 20264 weeks to go
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
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

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-069537-2026-05-11T08:38:07+01:00",
    "date": "2026-05-11T08:38:07+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-069537",
    "description": "NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=831522. (SC Ref:831522)",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-069537",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "32014L0024",
            "scheme": "CELEX"
        },
        "title": "Biomass Heating Systems - Supply of Fuel Pellets",
        "status": "planned",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "09110000",
            "description": "Solid fuels"
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "goods",
        "description": "Argyll and Bute Council require an external supplier to provide a supply of Wood Pellet Fuel to 10nr Biomass Heating Systems across the estate.",
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "description": "Argyll and Bute Council require an external supplier to provide a supply of Wood Pellet Fuel to 10nr Biomass Heating Systems across the estate.",
                "status": "planned"
            }
        ],
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "09111400",
                        "description": "Wood fuels"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "09300000",
                        "description": "Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UKM6"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryLocation": {
                    "description": "Argyll and Bute."
                },
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "communication": {
            "futureNoticeDate": "2026-06-10T00:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "coveredBy": [
            "GPA"
        ]
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-FTS-3190",
            "name": "Argyll and Bute Council",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "Argyll and Bute Council"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Kilmory",
                "locality": "Lochgilphead",
                "region": "UKM",
                "postalCode": "PA31 8RT",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Lewis Cowburgh",
                "email": "lewis.cowburgh@argyll-bute.gov.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer",
                "centralPurchasingBody"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk",
                "buyerProfile": "https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00063",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "REGIONAL_AUTHORITY",
                        "scheme": "TED_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Regional or local authority"
                    },
                    {
                        "id": "01",
                        "scheme": "COFOG",
                        "description": "General public services"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-FTS-3190",
        "name": "Argyll and Bute Council"
    },
    "links": [
        {
            "rel": "canonical",
            "href": "https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831522"
        }
    ],
    "language": "en"
}