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Technical and Economical Feasibility of the Transition to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) in the North East of Scotland and Associated Infrastructure Requirements

NORTH EAST SCOTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (NESTRANS)

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Summary of the contracting process

The North East Scotland Regional Transport Partnership (Nestrans) has awarded a contract for a feasibility study to assess the technical and economical viability of transitioning segments of the HGV fleet in the North East of Scotland to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) and the associated infrastructure requirements. The study is crucial for evaluating BEV HGVs' role in regional transport, with the awarded contract signed on 7 April 2025. The procurement pertains to the services category within the transport and transportation industry, and it involved an open procedure. The tender process began on 20 January 2025 and concluded on 14 February 2025, with the contract period initially set from 3 March 2025 to 30 June 2025.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in transport consultancy, particularly those with expertise in freight and energy-related transport projects. Companies proficient in engineering studies, project management, and infrastructure development are well-suited to partake in similar opportunities. The contract awarded to SYSTRA Ltd highlights that large consultancy firms with a track record in delivering complex technical and economic studies are competitive in this market. Smaller businesses and SMEs with specialised knowledge in BEV technology and infrastructure can also benefit by positioning themselves as partners or subcontractors in larger contracts.

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Notice Title

Technical and Economical Feasibility of the Transition to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) in the North East of Scotland and Associated Infrastructure Requirements

Notice Description

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender is to invite tenders for the provision of a feasibility study relating to the transition of segments of the HGV fleet in the North East of Scotland to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) and the associated infrastructure requirements, in accordance with the requirements detailed in this document

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender is to invite tenders for the provision of a feasibility study relating to the transition of segments of the HGV fleet in the North East of Scotland to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) and the associated infrastructure requirements, in accordance with the requirements detailed in the ITT documents.. n/a

Renewal: The Partnership shall have the sole option of extending the contract for a further period (or periods) of 6 months after the expiry of the term.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000788212
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527701
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,940 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH EAST SCOTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (NESTRANS)
Contact Name
Claudia Stuerck
Contact Email
cstuerck@nestrans.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1224070095

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 5AA
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
George St/Harbour
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SYSTRA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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