--- title: "Colville Heat Network - DBOM Contract" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04dee7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04dee7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04dee7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04dee7.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY" published: "2025-02-13" --- # Colville Heat Network - DBOM Contract Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04dee7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04dee7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04dee7.json) ## Summary The London Borough of Hackney is seeking a Design, Build, Operate, and Maintain (DBOM) contractor for the Colville Heat Network in Hackney, London. This project, titled "Colville Heat Network - DBOM Contract," falls under the works category, specifically heat-transfer station construction work. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with a tender period ending on 19th March 2025. The project aims to create a low-carbon heat network for the Colville development, connecting over 1,300 homes, public buildings, and commercial spaces. The contract value is estimated at £23,500,000, with a contract period lasting 15 years plus an optional 10-year extension. The initiative aligns with Hackney Council’s Climate Action Plan to reduce CO2e emissions by 100,000 tonnes over 40 years. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the construction and energy sectors, especially those specialising in sustainable and low-carbon technologies. Companies experienced in designing, building, and maintaining heat networks, particularly those familiar with air-source heat pumps and efficient distribution systems, will find this contract beneficial. Additionally, firms with strong capabilities in compliance with environmental standards and operational excellence over long periods are well-suited for this opportunity. With a focus on value for money, technical excellence, and sustainability, participating businesses will contribute to Hackney's goals for a net-zero carbon future by 2040 while securing a substantial and long-term contract. ## Notice Procurement of a Design, Build, Operate, and Maintain (DBOM) contractor to deliver a low-carbon heat network for the Colville development in Hackney. This project aims to connect over 1,300 homes, public buildings, and commercial spaces to the network, meeting planning and sustainability targets to save 100,000t CO2e over 40 years. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Hackney Council seeks a Design, Build, Operate, and Maintain (DBOM) contractor to deliver critical components of the Colville Heat Network (CHN). This contract focuses on the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the network's infrastructure, excluding metering and billing services, which will be tendered separately. The scope of the DBOM contract includes: 1. Design and Build (D&B): - Development of a low-carbon energy centre employing modern technologies such as air-source heat pumps to meet the stringent carbon reduction requirements for the Colville and Britannia developments. - Installation of an efficient heat distribution system, including primary and secondary pipework to connect over 1,300 homes, a leisure centre, schools, and commercial premises. - Integration with existing heat systems where necessary to ensure seamless supply continuity. - Compliance with planning conditions, noise regulations, and environmental standards, ensuring minimal impact on residents and the surrounding area. 2. Operation and Maintenance (O&M): - Comprehensive operation of the heat network for 15 years, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with performance and regulatory standards. - Lifecycle maintenance, including routine inspections, system optimization, and replacement of components as required to maintain operational standards. - Provision of a responsive customer support mechanism in collaboration with the Council and future Metering & Billing contractor. The CHN is a vital component of Hackney Council's Climate Action Plan, aiming to deliver substantial carbon savings of approximately 100,000 tonnes CO2e over 40 years. This procurement aligns with the Council's commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and supporting affordable and sustainable heat delivery for residents and businesses. This contract, to be procured under the negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition (per the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016), emphasizes value for money, technical excellence, and alignment with long-term sustainability goals. The DBOM contractor will work closely with Hackney Council to meet the project's strategic objectives, ensuring timely delivery of the heat network and compliance with all statutory obligations and planning conditions. The contract has an initial term of 15 years, with an optional extension of 10 years to ensure long-term operational and financial sustainability. Options: Yes. The DBOM contract includes an option to extend the operation and maintenance phase for an additional 10 years. This ensures long-term stability and value for money while maintaining high operational standards . Renewal: The contract will have an initial term of 15 years, during which the Design, Build, Operate and Maintain components will be delivered. There is an optional 10-year extension for the Operate and Maintain components of the contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005024-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £23,500,000 | | Lots value | £23,500,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E8 1DY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham | | Local authority | Hackney | | Electoral ward | Hackney Central | | Westminster constituency | Hackney South and Shoreditch | | Delivery location | TLI41 Hackney and Newham | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 09323000 - District heating - 45232142 - Heat-transfer station construction work - 45251250 - District-heating plant construction work - 50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating - 71314000 - Energy and related services - 71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings ## Release History - 13 Feb 2025 at 17:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005024-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.hackney.gov.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com - https://www.londontenders.org/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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