--- title: "ITT282 Appointment of Biomass Woodchip Supplier" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ef9143b1-4c7d-426e-be54-6300744ca657" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ef9143b1-4c7d-426e-be54-6300744ca657" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef9143b1-4c7d-426e-be54-6300744ca657.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef9143b1-4c7d-426e-be54-6300744ca657.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING" published: "2021-06-18" --- # ITT282 Appointment of Biomass Woodchip Supplier Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef9143b1-4c7d-426e-be54-6300744ca657 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ef9143b1-4c7d-426e-be54-6300744ca657) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef9143b1-4c7d-426e-be54-6300744ca657.json) ## Summary The University of Northampton is inviting bids for the tender titled "ITT282 Appointment of Biomass Woodchip Supplier". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focused on wood fuels, and is located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage and will close on 19th July 2021, with an expected contract commencement date of 1st November 2021, lasting for two years with a possible extension of up to one year. The procurement will follow a selective method based on a restricted procedure, which is above the threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers who specialise in sourcing sustainable wood fuels, particularly those providing G50/MC 25% (+/-5) virgin timber. Companies capable of meeting the specifications while promoting environmental sustainability will be well-suited to compete. With the University’s commitment to achieving Net Zero Carbon emissions by 2030, businesses that can deliver efficient, high-quality woodchip products that minimise embedded carbon emissions will find this a valuable opportunity to contribute to a crucial sustainability initiative and expand their market presence. ## 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. Envisioned contract commencement 1st November 2021 for 2 years with an option to extend for a further period or periods of up to 1 year. Additional information: The information and documents for this tender will be accessible from https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton Click on Current Tenders link where you can view the project detail, express an interest and register your Organisation with our e-tendering system. Once the registration has been accepted and you have received your login details by e:mail you can login to view and download the SQ in the My Tenders section of the website. If your company is already registered please do not register again Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8948dfed-ec7f-4961-a511-d3b1deece815 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2023 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy ### Codes - 09111400 - Wood fuels ## Release History - 18 Jun 2021 at 12:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8948dfed-ec7f-4961-a511-d3b1deece815 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8948dfed-ec7f-4961-a511-d3b1deece815 18th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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