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Heating - Sutherland

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Highland Council, acting as the central purchasing body, successfully completed a public procurement process titled "Heating - Sutherland" targeting the industry category of general public services under CPV classification 45000000. This tender involved energy efficiency upgrades for 16 properties in the Sutherland area, including heating system replacements, domestic pipework enhancements, and PV panel installations. With the procurement method being an open procedure, the process culminated in a contract award following a competitive tendering stage. Key dates include the signing of the contract on 16th February 2026, marking the transition from tender to award. The project location is Inverness, within the UKM6 region.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in heating systems, energy efficiency, and renewable installations. The awarded contract, valued at £280,220.86, was secured by EJ Parker Technical Services (Scotland North) Ltd, demonstrating the potential for SMEs to thrive in such competitive environments. Businesses with expertise in sustainable energy solutions and regional service delivery are well-suited to participate in similar tenders, potentially leveraging this framework to expand their market presence. The procurement strategy of The Highland Council, facilitated by a framework agreement, supports business engagement, fostering a robust local supply chain.

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Notice Title

Heating - Sutherland

Notice Description

Energy efficiency upgrades in 16 properties in the Sutherland area, this includes the replacement of the heating systems as well as the domestic pipework and the installation of PV panels in some properties.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This was procured via that Highland Council Heating Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823719
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549594
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£280,220 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks 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
THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Contracts Team
Contact Email
contracts.team@highland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467530600

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 5NX
Post Town
Inverness
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
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EJ PARKER TECHNICAL SERVICES (SCOTLAND NORTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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