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ECO4Flex and GBISFlex Managing Agent Services

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a Managing Agent for the ECO4Flex and GBISFlex schemes, spanning the entirety of Argyll and Bute, including its twenty-eight inhabited islands. This public procurement falls under the "General public services" industry category and is currently at the Tender stage, with the tender period ending on 2nd May 2025. The open procedure procurement method requires electronic submissions via the provided platform. Key deadlines include the award period starting on 2nd May 2025 and the contract period running from 2nd June 2025 to 31st May 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in managing energy efficiency schemes, particularly those experienced in handling compliance with Ofgem criteria. Companies equipped with the necessary qualifications and the ability to manage large-scale service delivery across multiple locations within a local authority area will find this tender to be a promising chance for business growth. The requirement for transparent and appropriately qualified staff ensures that only businesses with a strong track record in similar projects will be well-suited to compete.

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Notice Title

ECO4Flex and GBISFlex Managing Agent Services

Notice Description

Argyll and Bute Council wish to appoint a Managing Agent for the delivery of ECO4Flex and GBISFlex schemes in Argyll and Bute.

Lot Information

Lot 1

We invite responses for the provision of ECO4Flex and GBISFlex Managing Agent Services for all locations within the Local Authority Geographical Area. The Ofgem ECO4Flex and *GBISFlex scheme provides funding for privately owned and privately rented properties for the installation of energy efficiency measures, providing that Ofgem prescribed criteria is met. See attached document for full details.. To ensure a fair open and transparent procurement process, any questions, further information requests and/or clarifications relating to this requirement must be directed via the Public Contracts Scotland Website Question & Answer section.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000795906
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542666
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
SME

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
£225 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2025 - 31 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mirela Simionov
Contact Email
annabel.travers@argyll-bute.gov.uk, mirela.simionov@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1546604337, +44 1586555232

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCARF ENTERPRISES (SCOTLAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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