---
title: "Procurement of a Heat Network Development Partner For Liverpool City Centre AZP Area"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064df1"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064df1"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064df1.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064df1.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-13"
---

# Procurement of a Heat Network Development Partner For Liverpool City Centre AZP Area

Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064df1

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064df1)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064df1.json)

## Summary

Liverpool City Council is conducting a procurement process to partner with a Heat Network Development Partner for the Liverpool City Centre AZP Area. The procurement process is currently active in the tender stage, utilising an open and competitive flexible procedure. This involves five phases, beginning with conditions of participation and ending with the preferred supplier stage. The procurement aims to develop and deliver the Liverpool Heat Network, with key dates including the submission of tenders by 12:00 BST on 28 July 2026, and the award period concluding by 14 October 2026. The contract period is slated to start on 27 October 2026 and end on 26 October 2027. Located in Liverpool, the project addresses multiple industry needs including district-heating construction, energy services, and engineering design.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for companies in the energy and engineering sectors seeking to expand their portfolios in innovative urban infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates are businesses proficient in district-heating systems, engineering design, and energy distribution, particularly those with the capacity to conduct complex, large-scale public projects. The contract value is presented at a considerable amount, potentially offering significant business growth and partnership opportunities for qualified firms. The focus on district-heating and sustainability also aligns well with companies aiming to enhance energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. Interested parties are encouraged to seize this opportunity to contribute to a landmark development in Liverpool's city centre.

## Notice

Liverpool City Council is undertaking this procurement to select a Development Partner to develop the Liverpool Heat Network and, subject to receipt of the necessary approvals, to deliver the Network using the Development Partner's chosen corporate vehicle.

### Planning Information

An in person bidders day was held at St George's Hall, Liverpool on 19/01/26. This included a presentation describing this project and the key details of the heat network. This was followed by a question and answer session and a networking event that allowed interested parties to speak to the key stakeholders related to this project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013229-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £54,000,000 |
| Lots value | £54,000,000 |
| 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 | LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD72 Liverpool |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 65 - Public utilities
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45232140 - District-heating mains construction work
- 45232141 - Heating works
- 65400000 - Other sources of energy supplies and distribution
- 71314000 - Energy and related services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2026 at 09:23 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013229-2026
- 11 Feb 2026 at 14:08 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012437-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013229-2026
  13th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012437-2026
  11th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=9e514a22-5e07-f111-813c-005056b64545

## Notice URLs

- https://liverpool.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. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064df1. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064df1.json.