Planning

Biomass Heating Systems - Maintenance Services

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Planning

30 Apr 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The planned procurement process concerns Argyll and Bute Council, aiming to engage in a contract titled "Biomass Heating Systems - Maintenance Services." This procurement is in the planning phase, with the latest related future notice expected on 29th May 2026. The contract involves maintenance services for biomass heating systems installed in nine schools and a school hostel in the Argyll and Bute region, classified under public services. The contract seeks to ensure comprehensive maintenance, including planned preventive measures and emergency support to maintain operational reliability. The procurement falls under the services category with CPV classification 50531100.

The tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in maintenance services, particularly those with expertise in biomass heating systems. The contract spans across multiple locations within Argyll and Bute, enabling providers to establish or strengthen their presence in the region, potentially leading to future business with local authorities. Companies with capabilities in providing statutory, best practice, and manufacturer-recommended maintenance services would be well-suited for this tender, enhancing their visibility and operational outreach by collaborating with a central purchasing body like Argyll and Bute Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Biomass Heating Systems - Maintenance Services

Notice Description

This is a standard maintenance contract associated with 10 existing wood pellet fuelled biomass boiler installations. The contract allows for planned preventative maintenance/remediation and emergency maintenance attendance/support and contains elements of statutory, best practice and manufacturer recommended tasks. The biomass boilers are installed across 9 schools and a school hostel.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a standard maintenance contract associated existing wood pellet fueled biomass boiler installations. The contract allows for planned preventative maintenance/remediation and emergency maintenance attendance/support and contains elements of statutory, best practice and manufacturer recommended tasks. The biomass boilers are installed across 9 schools and a school hostel.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830721
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554874
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50531100 - Repair and maintenance services of boilers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 May 20264 weeks 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554874
    Biomass Heating Systems - Maintenance Services - This is a standard maintenance contract associated with 10 existing wood pellet fuelled biomass boiler installations. The contract allows for planned preventative maintenance/remediation and emergency maintenance attendance/support and contains elements of statutory, best practice and manufacturer recommended tasks. The biomass boilers are installed across 9 schools and a school hostel.

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