Planning

Dellivering sustainability and carbon neutral targets through innovative technological solutions for NHS Tayside.

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

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Planning

17 Jan 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is overseeing a planned procurement process for NHS Tayside aimed at achieving sustainability and carbon-neutral targets through innovative technological solutions. The project focuses on reducing energy costs, generating income, and meeting net-zero carbon initiatives. Interested suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by 21st February 2025. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, and suppliers will have the opportunity to engage in a Supplier Information Day on 10th March 2025 at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. The procurement process is set to advance further with notices beginning from 1st September 2025. The primary industry category for this tender is the health sector, specifically classified under services, with work to be delivered at NHS Tayside Health Board sites in the UKM region (Scotland).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in renewable energy technologies such as Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems, and EV charging infrastructure. Suitable businesses would be those with a minimum of five years of experience, robust financial standing, a proven track record in large-scale projects (60MW to 240MW), and the ability to deliver fully funded innovative solutions. Participating in this procurement process can potentially result in lasting partnerships with NHS Scotland and other public sector entities. Companies experienced in Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with similar public organisations or large private firms are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, offering a gateway to both financial growth and the opportunity to contribute to sustainable public health initiatives.

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Notice Title

Dellivering sustainability and carbon neutral targets through innovative technological solutions for NHS Tayside.

Notice Description

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) are acting on behalf of NHS Tayside are seeking expressions of interest from parties capable of assisting in the achievement of our sustainability goals and net-zero carbon initiatives. This will be accomplished by reducing energy costs and developing income generation schemes for NHS Tayside through fully funded (capital) technological solutions. Please note that this PIN is being issued to inform the market of our future intentions and to facilitate the formation of a successful partnerships with suppliers who can provide fully funded solutions with no financial capital expenditure required from the Health Board.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Scope of the Project: NHS Tayside are interested in procuring fully funded renewable energy solutions through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), which may include the installation of various technologies on NHS Scotland sites via private wire or supplied from off-site installations via Corporate (sleeved) or virtual arrangements. Examples include Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems, and Car Park PV/EV chargers/BESS. The primary objectives are: - Reduce Energy Costs - Generate Income - Sustainability Goals & Net Zero Carbon Supplier Requirements: - A company with a minimum of five years of trading history, with evidence of financial and economic standing, capability and capacity to construct and deliver large scale projects. e.g. a renewable energy asset portfolio of 60MW to 240MW. - A proven track record and experience in delivering fully funded innovative technology projects. - Demonstrated ability to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions. - Capability to conduct comprehensive site assessments, manage projects, manage procurement and installations, and maintain ongoing maintenance programs. - A history of successful partnerships in similar projects with comparable organizations i.e. local councils, Scottish Water and other public bodies or large companies/businesses. - An understanding of public sector timelines and complexities. - Proven experience in understanding and supporting Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Suppliers interested in this opportunity are requested to express their interest, and provide the following information in a single document to Josh.Foggo@nhs.scot (please limit document to 20 pages): - A brief overview of your company and relevant experience. - Examples of similar projects successfully delivered. - An outline of your approach to delivering fully funded technology solutions specific to NHS Tayside sites. - Details of the specific solutions you can offer NHS Tayside (such as BESS, EV/Solar car park & charge hubs, Rooftop Solar PV, etc.) The purpose of this PIN is to gauge market interest and capabilities in delivering fully funded services. It also serves to inform potential suppliers of our forthcoming plans and to invite expressions of interest.. Suppliers who are interested in this opportunity are requested to express their interest by 21st February 2025. Please note that this PIN does not constitute a formal procurement process and does not commit NHS Scotland Health Boards to undertake any future procurement activity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000787529
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 2025Expired
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
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ruaridh.armitage@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312756000

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522022
    Dellivering sustainability and carbon neutral targets through innovative technological solutions for NHS Tayside. - The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) are acting on behalf of NHS Tayside are seeking expressions of interest from parties capable of assisting in the achievement of our sustainability goals and net-zero carbon initiatives. This will be accomplished by reducing energy costs and developing income generation schemes for NHS Tayside through fully funded (capital) technological solutions. Please note that this PIN is being issued to inform the market of our future intentions and to facilitate the formation of a successful partnerships with suppliers who can provide fully funded solutions with no financial capital expenditure required from the Health Board.

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