--- title: "Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPA) - Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056b37" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-056b37" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056b37.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056b37.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)" published: "2025-08-01" --- # Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPA) - Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056b37 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-056b37) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056b37.json) ## Summary The procurement process revolves around the creation of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to support Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPA) for NHS Scotland. Managed by The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), this tender is categorised under the electricity sector. It serves all NHS Scotland sites, located in the UKM region, with a focus on promoting renewable energy. The procurement stage is currently active, operating within a tender framework. Key dates include the submission deadline on 5th September 2025, with the initiation of contract calls from 8th September 2025. This selective procurement is conducted under a restricted procedure, requiring electronic submissions as outlined in the procurement documents. Participation in this DPS represents a significant business growth opportunity, especially for suppliers in the renewable energy sector. This tender allows suppliers to compete for substantial contracts worth up to £140 million, catering to NHS Scotland's sustainability goals. Suitable candidates are those who meet the demanding technical and economic criteria set out in the pre-qualification questionnaire. Companies focusing on electricity, specifically those capable of fulfilling CPPA over various timeframes (3-10+ years), are invited to join. This scheme enhances market opportunities by providing potential extensions and fostering innovation in renewable energy solutions in alignment with NHS Scotland’s decarbonisation targets. ## Notice The development of Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPA) presents a significant opportunity for NHS Scotland to procure renewable energy solutions in order to meet our sustainability goals in the decarbonisation of our NHSS estate. To support this transition to renewable energy sources, the Authority has set up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). This notice will allow suppliers not on the DPS to submit an application to be evaluated to get on the DPS. ### Lot Information CPPA 5-7 years Provision of a 5-7 years CPPA: A DPS has been set up to allow NHS Scotland to run mini competitions of qualified CPPA providers. Call off contracts will be awarded by either NHS National Services Scotland or any of the NHS Scotland Health Boards. The contract will deliver services to entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 as amended. Additional information: Suppliers wishing to apply to be added to the DPS must complete an SPD attached to this notice and meet the minimum criteria outlined in the additional document also attached. Renewal: Potential extensions will be at the discretion of the Authority. CPPA 7-10 years Provision of a 7-10 years CPPA: A DPS has been set up to allow NHS Scotland to run mini competitions of qualified CPPA providers. Call off contracts will be awarded by either NHS National Services Scotland or any of the NHS Scotland Health Boards. The contract will deliver services to entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 as amended. Additional information: Suppliers wishing to apply to be added to the DPS must complete an SPD attached to this notice and meet the minimum criteria outlined in the additional document also attached. Renewal: Potential extensions will be at the discretion of the Authority. CPPA 10 years and over Provision of a 10 year and over CPPA: A DPS has been set up to allow NHS Scotland to run mini competitions of qualified CPPA providers. Call off contracts will be awarded by either NHS National Services Scotland or any of the NHS Scotland Health Boards. The contract will deliver services to entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 as amended. Additional information: Suppliers wishing to apply to be added to the DPS must complete an SPD attached to this notice and meet the minimum criteria outlined in the additional document also attached. Renewal: Potential extensions will be at the discretion of the Authority. CPPA 3-5 years Provision of a 3-5 years CPPA: A DPS has been set up to allow NHS Scotland to run mini competitions of qualified CPPA providers. Call off contracts will be awarded by either NHS National Services Scotland or any of the NHS Scotland Health Boards. The contract will deliver services to entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 as amended. Additional information: Suppliers wishing to apply to be added to the DPS must complete an SPD attached to this notice and meet the minimum criteria outlined in the additional document also attached. Renewal: Potential extensions will be at the discretion of the Authority. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045183-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 8 Sep 2025 - 6 Sep 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £140,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9EB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy ### Codes - 09310000 - Electricity ## Release History - 1 Aug 2025 at 11:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045183-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000805838 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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