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title: "RFI Capability and Feasibility into Heat Decarbonisation Project at East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NOTTINGHAMSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# RFI Capability and Feasibility into Heat Decarbonisation Project at East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Buyer: NOTTINGHAMSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-12f4a5e6-c123-4e93-9299-156e705ec928

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## Summary

The Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is planning a Request for Information (RFI) Capability and Feasibility tender regarding Heat Decarbonisation Project at East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust. This opportunity falls under the industry category of Heat Pumps and Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building equipment. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with an engagement end date set for 5th July 2023.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in heat decarbonisation projects, especially those with expertise in design and feasibility studies for heat pump systems and electrical heating. Companies focused on energy efficiency solutions, building fabric improvements, and electric heating options would be well-suited to compete in this tender. The project location covers the East Midlands region in the United Kingdom, with specific postal codes such as NG8 6PY being targeted for the upgrades.

## Notice

This is a further competition against the Demand Management & Renewables (HELGA2) - DPS as part of the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Framework Ref: RM6313. Lot: HEAT PUMP - Design and Feasibility Study and Lot: HEAT PUMP NETWORKS AND ELECTRICAL HEATING SYSTEMS (INCLUDING HEAT PUMPS) - Design and Feasibility Study. Request for Information for the Capability and Feasibility of Heat Decarbonisation Project, in line with Salix's HDP guidance, for the 45 premises owned by the Trust across the East Midlands. The Heat Decarbonisation Plan shall present the most cost effective and feasible upgrade paths with timeframes for each site and including: - Identification of improvements to building fabric and insulation to reduce energy demand and ensure electric heating options are appropriately sized, - An options appraisal for electrification of heat (and hot water provision, where this is currently provided by the boiler), - A summary of additional work required to accommodate heating and hot water system changes, - Specification of equipment/materials and concept design of main upgrades, - Requirements for DNO capacity upgrades in the context of heat electrification, ambulance station requirements for Shorelines and electric vehicle charging installation, and indicative costs, - An overview of the works required including indicative capital and ongoing maintenance cost and expected equipment lifetimes for each site, - Gas and electricity demand changes and projected GHG emission impact for each site, - Level of disruption required to install the recommended measures in line with the appropriate healthcare technical memorandums (HTMs) and Healthcare Building Notes (HBNs), - Identification of any permissions or agreements which would be required to complete the works, including planning permission, land access, etc., - Identification of sites with potential for renewable generation to support the increase in electrical demand from low carbon heating solutions. Additional information: In accordance with Crown Commercial Services (CCS) - Demand Management & Renewables (HELGA2) - RM6313

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15fe3b1b-dee6-4c18-82bb-4ba535de7dc8 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 Jul 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG18 4RG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF15 North Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Mansfield |
| Electoral ward | Berry Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Mansfield |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 42511110 - Heat pumps
- 45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2023 at 14:30 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15fe3b1b-dee6-4c18-82bb-4ba535de7dc8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15fe3b1b-dee6-4c18-82bb-4ba535de7dc8
  5th April 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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