Award

Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

27 Feb 2025 at 00:00

Tender

04 Nov 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has completed the procurement process for the "Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland" in the general public services category. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure under the services procurement method. The contract, valued at £122,432.17, was awarded to Building Research Establishment Limited, with the contract starting on January 17, 2025. The tools developed will ensure Standard 6.1 compliance and EPC production, operated with the UK's Home Energy Model, tailored for Scottish standards. Key involved parties include the Scottish Government as the buyer, with the contract being reviewed by Edinburgh Sheriff Court.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in compliance tools and energy performance certificates within the construction and energy sectors. Companies with expertise in developing software solutions for building standards and those familiar with the UK's Home Energy Model would be well-suited to compete and benefit from similar tenders. Furthermore, the contract includes an option for a three-month extension, indicating potential for continued business growth and ongoing collaboration with the Scottish Government.

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Notice Title

Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland

Notice Description

Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland. The development of the tools will require the production of Standard 6.1 compliance and EPC production 'wrappers' to operate with the UK Government's Home Energy Model (HEM). For the purposes of this specification these will be referred to as 'Scottish Homes Standard (SHS) Wrapper' and 'EPC Wrapper' respectively.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland The aim of this project is the development and implementation of domestic building standards Standard 6.1 energy demand compliance calculation and EPC production tools The development of the tools will require the production of Standard 6.1 compliance and EPC production 'wrappers' to operate with the UK Government's Home Energy Model (HEM). For the purposes of this specification these will be referred to as 'Scottish Homes Standard (SHS) Wrapper' and 'EPC Wrapper' respectively.

Options: There is an option for an additional 3 month extension to the contract.

Renewal: A three month extension option has been included in the contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000782322
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524831
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314200 - Energy-management services

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£122,432 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot, paul.packett@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312442500

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUILDING RESEARCH ESTABLISHMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV517568
    Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland - Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland. The development of the tools will require the production of Standard 6.1 compliance and EPC production 'wrappers' to operate with the UK Government's Home Energy Model (HEM). For the purposes of this specification these will be referred to as 'Scottish Homes Standard (SHS) Wrapper' and 'EPC Wrapper' respectively.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524831
    Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland - Development and implementation of interim domestic standard 6.1 compliance and EPC tools for Scotland. The development of the tools will require the production of Standard 6.1 compliance and EPC production 'wrappers' to operate with the UK Government's Home Energy Model (HEM). For the purposes of this specification these will be referred to as 'Scottish Homes Standard (SHS) Wrapper' and 'EPC Wrapper' respectively.

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