Planning

Hazlehead Energy Centre & Heat Network - M&E Contractor

ABERDEEN HEAT & POWER LTD

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Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeen Heat & Power Ltd has initiated a procurement process in the planning stage, seeking a Main Contractor for the Hazlehead Energy Centre & Heat Network project in Aberdeen. The tender is focused on mechanical, electrical, and civils services aimed at decarbonising an existing district heating network. Critical components of the project include construction of concrete bases for main plant installations, and the integration of air source heat pumps and a gas boiler plant. The procurement falls within the Low Carbon Energy & District Heating industry category, with an anticipated communication date for future notice set for 27th June 2025. The procurement value is estimated at £1,900,000 GBP, representing a significant investment in sustainable energy infrastructure.

This tender offers substantial business growth prospects, particularly for contractors proficient in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering services. Companies experienced in district heating systems and low carbon technology will find this opportunity especially fitting, given the technical demands of managing heat network installations and integrating energy-efficient solutions like waste heat equipment. Businesses equipped to navigate complex energy infrastructures can compete to deliver innovative solutions that align with Aberdeen Heat & Power's decarbonisation goals, potentially enhancing their portfolio with high-value projects in renewable energy sectors.

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Notice Title

Hazlehead Energy Centre & Heat Network - M&E Contractor

Notice Description

AHP is seeking to appoint a Main Contractor who is an experienced mechanical, electrical and civils contractor, to manage the overall delivery of the decarbonisation project which will include construction of concrete bases for the main plant, installation of free-issued air source heat pumps and gas boiler plant, supply and installation of waste heat offtake equipment and management of AHP's heat network installation contractor.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Hazlehead Heat Network is an existing district heat network that is operated by Aberdeen Heat and Power (AHP) and has an annual demand of circa 5,000MWh. The existing heat network energy centre is located within a school site which is planned for demolition and redevelopment. This offers the opportunity to construct a new low carbon energy centre within the new school development to supply low carbon heat to the existing heat network and the new school, by utilising waste heat and air source heat pumps, with peak and reserve heat supply provided by gas boilers. AHP is seeking to appoint a Main Contractor who is an experienced mechanical, electrical and civils contractor, to manage the overall delivery of the decarbonisation project which will include construction of concrete bases for the main plant, installation of free-issued air source heat pumps and gas boiler plant, supply and installation of waste heat offtake equipment and management of AHP's heat network installation contractor.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000799998
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY531218
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Jun 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
ABERDEEN HEAT & POWER LTD
Contact Name
Ian Davidson
Contact Email
ian@ahp.ltd
Contact Phone
+44 1224580058

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 5EG
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY531218
    Hazlehead Energy Centre & Heat Network - M&E Contractor - AHP is seeking to appoint a Main Contractor who is an experienced mechanical, electrical and civils contractor, to manage the overall delivery of the decarbonisation project which will include construction of concrete bases for the main plant, installation of free-issued air source heat pumps and gas boiler plant, supply and installation of waste heat offtake equipment and management of AHP's heat network installation contractor.

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