Award

CT1367 - Heat Network Feasibility Studies Framework Agreement

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

27 Jun 2025 at 00:00

Tender

04 Jul 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has successfully completed the procurement stage for a Framework Agreement titled "CT1367 - Heat Network Feasibility Studies Framework Agreement". This procurement, conducted via a selective, restricted procedure, focuses on providing consultancy services for heat network feasibility studies in Edinburgh, aligning with general public services in the region UKM75. Key milestones include the contract award stage, which was formalised on 20 May 2025. The framework is set to evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of heat network projects in identified zones across the city, with an indicative series of 12 to 15 studies planned over its duration.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for firms in the engineering and consultancy sectors, particularly those with experience in infrastructure and energy systems. Large organisations, such as Ove Arup & Partners Ltd, WSP UK Ltd, and AECOM Limited, have already been awarded participation in the framework, highlighting the suitability for well-established companies. However, small and medium enterprises with relevant expertise and financial standing can also benefit by demonstrating their technical capabilities and experience through competitive processes. The framework's emphasis on quality and innovation could provide a platform for growth, allowing businesses to engage actively with a major UK local authority and explore future projects in environmental and sustainable energy infrastructures.

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Notice Title

CT1367 - Heat Network Feasibility Studies Framework Agreement

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council is looking to develop a Framework Agreement consisting of heat network feasibility study consultants.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council is looking to develop a Framework Agreement consisting of heat network feasibility study consultants. The Council have identified 17 prospective heat network zones in Edinburgh. To support the development of heat networks in multiple zones, we wish to commission feasibility studies providing more detailed information on the opportunity in each zone. The core purpose and focus of the studies is to assess whether a potential heat network project is technically feasible and economically viable. The studies produced are not expected to consider the commercial model to be used to deliver the heat network, or to deliver an outline business case. It is envisioned that the areas subject to feasibility studies would generally be aligned to zone boundaries, however in some cases the Council may specify a study area covering more than one zone, or alternatively part of a zone. As such, we envisage that there will be up to 12 to 15 studies undertaken over the full Framework Agreement period, however this should be treated as indicative only.

Renewal: The Council wishes to hold the option to extend for up to 24 months, undertaken at the sole discretion of the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000766057
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533448
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

09323000 - District heating

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

79314000 - Feasibility study

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
If the full contract period is undertaken, this requirement shall likely be re-tendered in early to mid 2028.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Hannah Boutiche
Contact Email
hannah.boutiche@edinburgh.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

AECOM

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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