--- title: "Heat Network Consultancy Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f490" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f490" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f490.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f490.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRAFFORD COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-15" --- # Heat Network Consultancy Services Framework Buyer: TRAFFORD COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f490 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f490) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f490.json) ## Summary Trafford Council is initiating a procurement process for a Heat Network Consultancy Services Framework, with a projected value of £1.7 billion. This framework agreement aims to cover technical, financial, legal, and operational services related to heat networks, thereby supporting project delivery across their full lifecycle. The framework will commence on 2 November 2026 and run until 2034, allowing new consultants to join every two years. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender stage encourages participation from SMEs by allowing electronic submissions until 13 July 2026, with awards determined by 15 October 2026. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in district heating, financial consultancy, advisory services, and energy-efficiency consultancy, among others. The framework, with substantial funding, is ideal for specialist consultancies looking to expand their reach within the UK public sector. It supports innovation and social value, with planned re-openings to admit new consultants, ensuring dynamic business engagement. Companies with a strategic focus on sustainability and public sector projects are well-positioned to leverage this procurement framework for business growth. ## Notice Objectives of this Procurement This procurement establishes an 8-year Open Framework Agreement from 2 November 2026 for Heat Network Consultancy Services, structured as a non-ranked arrangement under the Open Procedure in compliance with the Procurement Act 2023. The Framework is designed to: * Provide compliant, efficient access to pre-qualified specialist heat network consultants across technical, financial, legal, and operational disciplines * Support high-quality, commercially viable heat network project delivery across the full project lifecycle * Maintain a competitive and open market through biannual re-opening to new entrants * Ensure full alignment with the Procurement Act 2023 and associated secondary legislation * Embed robust governance, transparency, performance monitoring, and consumer protection standards * Promote SME participation, innovation, and social value outcomes The Framework will be periodically refreshed to admit new consultants, ensuring the supply base remains current and competitive throughout the agreement term. ### Lot Information Non Technical Services Lot 1 Non-Technical Services Lot Sub category Description SC 1.1 Heat Network Strategy, Zoning & Local Authority Readiness SC 1.2 Feasibility, Strategic Planning & Investment Due Diligence SC 1.3 Commercial, Financial & Legal Advisory SC 1.4 Procurement, Tendering & Transaction Support SC 1.5 Consumer Protection, Billing & Customer Services Compliance SC 1.6 Tariff Setting and Review SC 1.7 In-Project Resident Engagement and Behavioural Support SC 1.8 Consumer Protection Delivery and Complaints Handling SC 1.9 Project Management & Programme Delivery SC 1.10 Commercial Contract Review & Renegotiation for Existing Heat Networks SC 1.11 Assessor Services - Non Technical SC 1.12 Certification & Independent Verification - Non Technical SC 1.13 Design Compliance & Assurance - Non Technical SC 1.14 Training and Knowledge Transfer - Non Technical Technical Services SC 2.1 Developed Design SC 2.2 Technical Design, Detailed Development & Technical Design Assurance SC 2.3 Construction Design & Pre-Construction Services SC 2.4 Installation, Construction Oversight & Site Supervision SC 2.5 Commissioning, Testing, Acceptance and Technical Assessment SC 2.6 Operation, Maintenance, Performance Optimisation and Technical Certification SC 2.7 Building Readiness & Customer Connection Support SC 2.8 Data, Digital & Smart Network Services SC 2.9 Decarbonisation and Futureproofing Advisory SC 2.10 Asset Condition Assessment, Lifecycle Planning & Technical Diligence SC 2.11 Emergency Technical Response & Resilience Planning SC 2.12 Training and Knowledge Transfer - Technical ### Planning Information Pre Market Engagement Questionnaire - deadline to complete 12th January 2026. Online Webinar - 23rd January 2026 - 10am till 11:30am Possible individual sessions with suppliers following the above. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056306-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | 9 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2034 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,700,000,000 | | Lots value | £1,700,000,000 | | 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 | TRAFFORD COUNCIL | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M32 0TH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Trafford | | Electoral ward | Gorse Hill & Cornbrook | | Westminster constituency | Stretford and Urmston | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 66 - Financial and insurance services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 09323000 - District heating - 66170000 - Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis - 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs - 71244000 - Calculation of costs, monitoring of costs - 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services - 79111000 - Legal advisory services ## Release History - 15 Jun 2026 at 14:54 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056306-2026 - 12 Jun 2026 at 11:29 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055659-2026 - 15 Dec 2025 at 16:42 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083051-2025 - 15 Dec 2025 at 16:38 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083048-2025 - 12 Dec 2025 at 11:01 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082352-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056306-2026 15th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055659-2026 12th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083051-2025 15th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083048-2025 15th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082352-2025 12th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.trafford.gov.uk/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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