---
title: "Plymouth Heat Networks Development Partner"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052419"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-052419.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-07-15"
---

# Plymouth Heat Networks Development Partner

Buyer: PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052419

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## Summary

Plymouth City Council is seeking a Development Partner for the "Plymouth Heat Networks Development Partner" project, aiming to develop, invest in, deliver, own, operate, maintain, and expand a heat network across the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the planning stage, with the future notice date set for 16 July 2025. This project falls under the services category in the energy and related services industry, and the planned contract period is from 30 January 2026 to 31 December 2086. Interested parties can anticipate a tender notice to be published soon, reflecting the latest update on the estimated publication date.

This substantial £3.5 billion (net) procurement provides exceptional opportunities for businesses specialising in energy services. Networking, utilities, and infrastructure companies with capabilities in heat management and sustainable energy solutions are well-positioned to compete. The partnership will enable businesses to align with government objectives, enhancing their profile within the UK public sector and contributing to long-term, sustainable development goals. The procurement process invites innovative approaches and commitment to sustainable energy, encouraging businesses to expand their market reach and influence.

## Notice

Procurement of a Development Partner to develop, invest in, deliver, own, operate, maintain & expand a heat network.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040130-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline 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 | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2086 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,500,000,000 |
| 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 | PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL1 3BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | St Peter and the Waterfront |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314000 - Energy and related services

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2025 at 14:53 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040130-2025
- 23 May 2025 at 14:55 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026826-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040130-2025
  15th July 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026826-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.plymouth.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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