--- title: "EPP0157 - HRA Gas Maintenance, Servicing, Heater Refurb & Upgrade Market Engagement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-13" --- # EPP0157 - HRA Gas Maintenance, Servicing, Heater Refurb & Upgrade Market Engagement Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c7e8.json) ## Summary Essex County Council is currently in the planning stage for a significant procurement process titled "EPP0157 - HRA Gas Maintenance, Servicing, Heater Refurb & Upgrade Market Engagement." This process is categorized under the repair and maintenance services industry and covers the housing stock in Tendring, UKH3 region. The gas contracts in question are currently split into two separate contracts but may be merged into one larger contract to cover the entire district. The future notice date for the tender is set for 17 February 2025. This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in services related to the oil and gas industry, installation services, and heating equipment. Companies that offer checking and testing apparatus, non-electric domestic appliances, and plumbing equipment will find this procurement particularly relevant. Engaging in market engagement activities with Essex County Council will allow businesses to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially secure a long-term, lucrative contract, contributing significantly to their growth prospects. ## Notice Introduction We are inviting suppliers to participate in market engagement to gain a better understanding of the market and gather insights on how best to structure these contracts. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us ensure that the combined contract meets the needs of our tenants and delivers value for money. Below are key areas of interest. Please provide responses where applicable. Note that you are not required to answer every question--responses should focus on areas relevant to your expertise or product/service offering. Background The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) team at Tendring District Council (TDC) is responsible for maintaining the housing stock in Tendring. The current housing portfolio consists of approximately 3,121 homes, including sheltered units and other types of accommodation. The gas contracts, which make up a significant portion of the HRA's expenditure, are currently divided into two separate contracts: the Gas Heater Refurbishment & Upgrade Contract and the Domestic Heating & Maintenance Contract. These contracts are also split geographically into North and South regions. However, we are considering merging these contracts into one larger contract and to cover the entire district. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Introduction We are inviting suppliers to participate in market engagement to gain a better understanding of the market and gather insights on how best to structure these contracts. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us ensure that the combined contract meets the needs of our tenants and delivers value for money. Below are key areas of interest. Please provide responses where applicable. Note that you are not required to answer every question--responses should focus on areas relevant to your expertise or product/service offering. Background The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) team at Tendring District Council (TDC) is responsible for maintaining the housing stock in Tendring. The current housing portfolio consists of approximately 3,121 homes, including sheltered units and other types of accommodation. The gas contracts, which make up a significant portion of the HRA's expenditure, are currently divided into two separate contracts: the Gas Heater Refurbishment & Upgrade Contract and the Domestic Heating & Maintenance Contract. These contracts are also split geographically into North and South regions. However, we are considering merging these contracts into one larger contract and to cover the entire district. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040258-2024 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 13 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 17 Feb 2025 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | CHELMSFORD | | Post town | Chelmsford | | Postcode | CM1 1QH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex | | Local authority | Chelmsford | | Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central | | Westminster constituency | Chelmsford | | Delivery location | TLH3 Essex | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry ### Codes - 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus - 39715000 - Water heaters and heating for buildings; plumbing equipment - 39720000 - Non-electric domestic appliances - 44600000 - Tanks, reservoirs and containers; central-heating radiators and boilers - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services - 51000000 - Installation services (except software) - 76000000 - Services related to the oil and gas industry ## Release History - 13 Dec 2024 at 13:24 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040258-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=d498e4b0-8bb8-ef11-8132-005056b64545 - https://www.essex.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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