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12 Jun 2026 at 10:58

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Heat Network SOC and ZBC" was conducted by Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council as part of the Oldham Green New Deal Partnership project. This procurement involved services to prepare a Strategic Outline Case for connecting buildings to the Oldham Low Carbon Heat Network, specifically targeting The Oldham College, alongside delivering a Zonal Boundary Consultation for Oldham's heat network zone. The procurement falls under the industry category of energy and related services. Located in Oldham, UK, and within the public authority sub-central government classification, this contract was awarded directly without competition, below the threshold, to BURO HAPPOLD LIMITED on 23rd March 2026, and is set to conclude on 31st December 2026. The contract has a gross value of £78,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in energy consultancy and infrastructure development, particularly those focused on low carbon and sustainable energy solutions. Although BURO HAPPOLD LIMITED has been awarded the contract, understanding the requirements and scale of this agreement allows businesses to position themselves for future opportunities within the public sector, particularly in partnerships that require expertise in strategic planning and delivery of energy services. Companies with a track record in environmental consultancy and who can manage similar projects may find valuable growth prospects in this niche.

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Notice Title

Heat Network SOC and ZBC

Notice Description

In connection with the Oldham Green New Deal Partnership project - services to prepare a Strategic Outline Case for connecting buildings to the Oldham Low Carbon Heat Network for The Oldham College and for support in delivering a Zonal Boundary Consultation in respect of Oldham's heat network zone.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b3e3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055627-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OLDHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OLDHAM
Postcode
OL1 1HD
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Oldham
Electoral Ward
Coldhurst
Westminster Constituency
Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BURO HAPPOLD

Further Information

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