--- title: "BHS/ENR/Installation and commission of substations & upgrade heating systems of public buildings" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-183bdff7-0f42-46aa-8421-9a25f5aca222" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-183bdff7-0f42-46aa-8421-9a25f5aca222" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-183bdff7-0f42-46aa-8421-9a25f5aca222.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-183bdff7-0f42-46aa-8421-9a25f5aca222.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL" published: "2021-06-17" --- # BHS/ENR/Installation and commission of substations & upgrade heating systems of public buildings Buyer: BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-183bdff7-0f42-46aa-8421-9a25f5aca222 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-183bdff7-0f42-46aa-8421-9a25f5aca222) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-183bdff7-0f42-46aa-8421-9a25f5aca222.json) ## Summary Bristol City Council is planning a tender for the installation and commissioning of substations and the upgrade of heating systems across 16 public buildings in central Bristol, including schools and housing areas. The anticipated procurement process is set to begin on 2nd July 2021, with tender clarifications running until 16th July 2021, and the tender closing on 23rd July 2021. This project falls under the Salix Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, with a total estimated value of £2.75 million for the works, which are expected to start on 20th August 2021 and conclude by 31st March 2022. The classification of the work is described as substation construction, and successful contractors will be required to deliver M&E design work, the installation of heat exchanger substations, and upgrading heating systems. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on mechanical and electrical contracting, particularly those involved in energy efficiency and decarbonisation solutions. Companies of various sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs), are encouraged to participate, given the nature of the works and support for diverse suppliers. This is an excellent prospect for businesses looking to expand their portfolios in sustainable energy projects and contribute to public sector initiatives aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in the local community. ## Notice Bristol City Council are issuing this Early Engagement Notice to advise the market of an upcoming project This procurement is in relation to an application for the Salix Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS). The PSDS was established as part of the UK Gov's green recovery and provides grants for public sector bodies to fund heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures. Therefore Bristol City Council are looking to procure a mechanical and electrical contractor to install & commission heat network substations & upgrade heating systems across 16 public buildings within the central Bristol area, including schools & housing across Central Bristol, including Redcliff and Old Market Heat Networks Works include: * M&E design work based on the supplied scope * Installation of heat exchanger substations in each building * The upgrade of the buildings heating systems * Commissioning of the systems Anticipated Procurement Timetable Due to the nature of the grant and the timing within the year, Bristol City Council are looking for a contractor to be able to mobilise rapidly, therefore a quick procurement process has been set: Tender Published: 02/07/21 Tender clarifications: 02/07/21 - 16/07/21 Tender closing date: 23/07/21 Anticipated contract dates:- Estimated works start date: 20/08/21 Estimated works completion date: 31/03/22 Anticipated contract value:- PS2.2m Contact for further questions prior to tendering:- heatnetwork@bristol.gov.uk Once tender has been issued all communication will be via ProContract ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adc1e1c7-86e7-4712-abe2-0c9ad0116ac6 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Jul 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,750,000 | | 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 | BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS3 9FS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Bedminster | | Westminster constituency | Bristol South | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45232220 - Substation construction work ## Release History - 17 Jun 2021 at 14:06 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adc1e1c7-86e7-4712-abe2-0c9ad0116ac6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adc1e1c7-86e7-4712-abe2-0c9ad0116ac6 17th June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.bristol.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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