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title: "Area Based Scheme Energy Efficiency Works issued as a mini competition against the Scotland Excel Energy Efficiency Contractors Framework (SXL 13-20) - Lot 1 Lot 1 - Area Based Scheme (ABS) Works"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2024-03-27"
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# Area Based Scheme Energy Efficiency Works issued as a mini competition against the Scotland Excel Energy Efficiency Contractors Framework (SXL 13-20) - Lot 1 Lot 1 - Area Based Scheme (ABS) Works

Buyer: NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000762051

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## Summary

The North Ayrshire Council has awarded a contract to Valley Group Limited for the "Area Based Scheme Energy Efficiency Works" project. The contract, valued at £6,544,592.00 GBP, was signed on 27th February 2024. The project aims to provide energy efficiency measures to private households at risk of fuel poverty, enhance EPC ratings, address COVID-19 risks, and secure funding. The procurement method used was an open procedure for works in the "General public services" category.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses, particularly large-scale contractors, in the energy efficiency sector. Companies involved in building fabric measures, heating systems, renewables, and community engagement are well-suited to compete. The project location is focused on North Ayrshire, UK, with a deadline set by the award date. The initiative aligns with the Scottish Government's objectives to reduce energy usage, combat fuel poverty, and promote sustainable practices in the local community.

## Notice

The objectives of the Area Based Schemes funded by the Scottish Government, designed and delivered by local councils are to: Provide measures to private households in or at risk of fuel poverty that help to reduce energy usage and costs; Deliver the Fuel Poverty Strategy and Area Based Schemes programme; Enable and support eligible homes receiving support from ABS to have achieved an EPC rating of C or better by 2030; Ensure that householders, installers/workers and their families are protected against the risk of COVID-19 transmission; Secure Energy Company Obligation (ECO) and other funding/investment to maximise the impact of ABS projects; Administer and manage the ABS programme to ensure it is delivered fairly and effectively through transparent, timely and robust processes.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The works required under this contract are to include the design, installation and supply of energy efficiency measures outlined below: Building Fabric Measures External wall insulation and Finishes Cavity wall insulation Hard To treat (HTT) cavity wall insulation Internal wall insulation Floor insulation Cold roof insulation Warm roof insulation Draughtproofing. Heating, Hot Water and Ventilation Measures Heating systems Heating controls and hot water cylinders Storage heaters Infrared and panel heating Air Source Heat Pumps. Renewables and energy storage measures Solar PV Electricity battery storage Solar thermal Heat battery The Contractor will be expected to assist the Managing Agent with marketing of the ABS scheme i.e., presence at community events and assistance with case studies. As well as collaborating with the Councils Managing Agent and their Clerk of Works the contractor may also be required to work in partnership with local Social Registered Landlords, other Council staff i.e., clerk of works or other contractors to ensure successful completion of projects. The contractor will be expected to support residents through their customer journey by proving a dedicated tenant liaison officer who will also work with residents and the managing agent to ensure residents are fully supported. A satisfaction survey must be completed by the contractor.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501856 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,544,592 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | IRVINE |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA12 8EE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | North Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Irvine South |
| Westminster constituency | Central Ayrshire |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VALLEY GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 45261410 - Roof insulation work
- 45320000 - Insulation work
- 45321000 - Thermal insulation work
- 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2024 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501856

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501856
  Area Based Scheme Energy Efficiency Works issued as a mini competition against the Scotland Excel Energy Efficiency Contractors Framework (SXL 13-20) - Lot 1 Lot 1 - Area Based Scheme (ABS) Works - The objectives of the Area Based Schemes funded by the Scottish Government, designed and delivered by local councils are to: Provide measures to private households in or at risk of fuel poverty that help to reduce energy usage and costs; Deliver the Fuel Poverty Strategy and Area Based Schemes programme; Enable and support eligible homes receiving support from ABS to have achieved an EPC rating of C or better by 2030; Ensure that householders, installers/workers and their families are protected against the risk of COVID-19 transmission; Secure Energy Company Obligation (ECO) and other funding/investment to maximise the impact of ABS projects; Administer and manage the ABS programme to ensure it is delivered fairly and effectively through transparent, timely and robust processes.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000762051

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