Planning

Design of Replacement Heating Systems at various schools throughout Argyll and Bute.

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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17 Apr 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the design of replacement heating systems at various schools throughout Argyll and Bute is being planned by Argyll and Bute Council, a regional or local authority identified as the buyer. This tender falls under the category of general public services and involves design consultancy support to replace current oil-fired boiler systems with low-carbon alternatives. The work is planned to be executed at several primary schools across UKM region, including Park Primary School and Port Ellen Primary School, among others. The process is currently at the planning stage, with a future notice expected by 30 April 2026. The intended procurement method is a planned tender, with the works expected to take place between 1 July and 16 August 2026 during the school holidays.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in heating and ventilation consultancy, particularly those experienced in sustainable design and implementation. With a budget of £60,000, it presents a chance for companies to expand their portfolio by providing low-carbon heating solutions and increase their market presence in public sector projects. Ideal competitors for this tender would be consultancies with expertise in energy efficiency and resilience in heating systems, capable of delivering bespoke solutions tailored to each school's operational requirements while meeting environmental standards. Additionally, the multi-site nature of the project would suit firms with logistical capabilities to manage projects efficiently across multiple locations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design of Replacement Heating Systems at various schools throughout Argyll and Bute.

Notice Description

Design consultancy support for the removal of existing oil-fired boiler systems and the design and specification of replacement low-carbon heat alternatives

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council requires design consultancy support for the removal of existing oil-fired boiler systems and the design and specification of replacement low-carbon heat alternative. The successful supplier will be required to provide a coordinated, multi site approach, ensuring that replacement heating systems are appropriately designed to meet each building's operational requirements, improve energy efficiency, and increase resilience while reducing reliance on costly oil based heating.. The successful supplier will be expected to produce the design for each of the listed sites in time to allow Argyll and Bute Council to tender for the subsequent works package. The works are currently programmed to happen during the Argyll and Bute School Holiday (01 July - 16 August 2026).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829654
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554086
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

44621200 - Boilers

71314000 - Energy and related services

71314310 - Heating engineering services for buildings

71321200 - Heating-system design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 20264 days to go
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLM6 Highlands and Islands
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

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Notice Documents

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