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title: "ITT282 Appointment of Biomass Woodchip Supplier - AWARD"
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# ITT282 Appointment of Biomass Woodchip Supplier - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd0249c2-6d46-45e4-9f5e-99bfe3d45de7

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## Summary

The University of Northampton is seeking a supplier for biomass woodchip under the title "ITT282 Appointment of Biomass Woodchip Supplier." The procurement process is at the Award stage, having recently concluded. This contract, valued at £274,371, will span from December 1, 2021, to November 30, 2023, with potential extensions. The woodchip must be sourced from the UK and derived exclusively from virgin timber. The successful supplier will be required to deliver an estimated annual requirement of 3,800,000 kWh to fuel the University's biomass boiler located at its Waterside Campus in Northamptonshire, UK. The tender originally closed on July 19, 2021.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in sustainable and high-quality wood fuels, particularly those capable of meeting stringent environmental regulations. Suppliers with expertise in sourcing virgin timber and delivering biomass fuel efficiently will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Additionally, firms committed to environmentally sustainable practices will resonate with the University’s aim to achieve Net Zero Carbon in its operations by 2030, further enhancing their appeal as potential suppliers.

## Notice

The University is seeking an efficient, high-quality supplier of G50/MC 25% (+/-5), BSL authorised virgin timber to fuel its biomass boiler at our Waterside Campus. The woodchip must be UK sourced and under no circumstances use material derived from non-virgin timber Roundwood. The storage silo has a usable volume of 88m3. The Contract will include the delivery of an estimated annual requirement of 3,800,000 kWh. The University has pledged to become Net Zero Carbon in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, and needs to eliminate or offset circa 5,000 tonnes of CO2e by the end of the decade. A key aspect of delivering this reduction is our 995KW Herz Biofire biomass boiler. In support of our commitment to tackling climate change, the University is seeking to supply the fuel sustainably and minimise embedded carbon emissions. Contract commencement 1st December 2021 for 2 years with an option to extend for a further period or periods of up to 1 year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/674de6c3-4fee-4a51-ab27-2bfd9535d6a9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £274,371 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 5PH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Delapre and Rushmere |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WILBY TREE SURGEONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

### Codes

- 09111400 - Wood fuels

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2021 at 16:45 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/674de6c3-4fee-4a51-ab27-2bfd9535d6a9
- 20 Dec 2021 at 16:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/674de6c3-4fee-4a51-ab27-2bfd9535d6a9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/674de6c3-4fee-4a51-ab27-2bfd9535d6a9
  20th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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