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title: "Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Framework Project Support Unit"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000770612"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-02-23"
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# Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Framework Project Support Unit

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000770612

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## Summary

The procurement process for Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Framework Project Support Unit has been completed by the Scottish Government. Located in Glasgow, the buyer seeks to provide technical and documentation support to implement energy retrofit and clean heat projects across Scotland. The procurement falls under the category of general public services, with the industry classification focusing on energy efficiency services. The contract, signed on 16th February 2026, followed a restricted procedure as part of a selective procurement method. This tender process aimed to achieve high-quality standards, factoring in quality criteria (70%) and pricing criteria (30%) for the service provision; the project support unit is expected to operate for an initial period of 36 months, with the option to extend by an additional 12 months.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for large firms specialising in energy efficiency, technical building services, and clean heat solutions. The contract, valued at £2 million, has been awarded to Mott MacDonald, highlighting the significant scope for engagement in Scotland's transition towards decarbonisation. Companies adept at providing technical advisory services and procurement support could find a strategic fit within this project, as it supports various public bodies, including government entities, health sectors, local authorities, universities, and colleges. Additional requirements, such as robust environmental management systems and commitment to the Living Wage and timely payment to subcontractors, affirm the tender's alignment with best practices and provide a platform for establishing lasting partnerships in the public sector domain.

## Notice

The purpose of this contract notice is for the procurement of a Project Support Unit (PSU) to support Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation (SPSHD) Framework. The role of the PSU will be to support users of the SPSHD Framework, (SPSHD is the re-procurement of what was previously called the Non-Domestic Energy Efficiency framework which is currently underway with the current framework being reviewed to ensure that the future framework will align with Scottish Government Policy and industry best practice). The PSU will be expected to provide technical input and review documentation for available services and support framework public bodies through the implementation of energy retrofit and clean heat projects across their built estate.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this procurement exercise it for the re-procurement of a Project Support Unit (PSU) to support Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Framework (SPSHD Framework). The role of the PSU will be to support users of the SPSHD Framework to develop documentation and issue tenders for available services and support framework public bodies through the implementation of their retrofit projects. The PSU will provide specialist project management, procurement and technical advisors across a range of services, including but not limited to energy efficiency services, technical and energy buildings related services, clean heat related services and related procurement support to deliver and/or procure delivery of Energy Performance Contracts from the SPSHD Framework across all regions of Scotland including the Highlands and Islands. Core work areas that the PSU may deliver include: 1. Development: The PSU shall assist the Scottish Government to finalise a draft tender pack for the Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the Framework. The Contractor will support the completion of draft technical content for the ITT, which will include, but not be limited to technical schedules therein. 2. Marketing and engagement: ongoing promotion of SG's SPSHD Framework, establish positive relationships with existing and potential framework public bodies in order to establish a pipeline of projects, facilitate formal sign up to framework services. 3. Prepare: assist framework public bodies to determine user specific requirements, develop business cases, support users in considering funding and financing opportunities and most appropriate procurement route. 4. Procure: support procurement processes and consider new ways of working that will improve the delivery of the SPSHD Framework. 5. Save: facilitate the successful delivery of the SPSHD Framework call-off contracts and technical quality assurance and guidance associated with these contracts; support the achievement of high performance of the SPSHD Framework 6. Programme support: maintain and develop a range of processes to support the SPSHD PSU's activities; a range of standardised documents and toolkits, and develop and undertake a monitoring and reporting framework, including collation of relevant data and information. Please note that this Framework once placed can be accessed by all public sector bodies including: - central government - health - local authorities - universities and colleges - all other public bodies as defined as a Scottish public authority within the meaning of Section 3(1)(a) of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002.

Options: The initial contract duration is 36 months with the option to extend by a further 12 months.

Renewal: Initial contract duration is 36 months with the option to extend by a further 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550183 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | The Framework will be placed for a 3-year period and may be subject to renewal at the end of the 3-year period. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | £2,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8LU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOTT MACDONALD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314000 - Energy and related services

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550183
- 14 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525999

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525999
  Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Framework Project Support Unit - The purpose of this contract notice is for the procurement of a Project Support Unit (PSU) to support Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation (SPSHD) Framework. The role of the PSU will be to support users of the SPSHD Framework, (SPSHD is the re-procurement of what was previously called the Non-Domestic Energy Efficiency framework which is currently underway with the current framework being reviewed to ensure that the future framework will align with Scottish Government Policy and industry best practice.). The PSU will be expected to develop documentation and issue tenders for available services and support framework public bodies through the implementation of energy retrofit and clean heat projects across their built estate.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550183
  Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Framework Project Support Unit - The purpose of this contract notice is for the procurement of a Project Support Unit (PSU) to support Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation (SPSHD) Framework. The role of the PSU will be to support users of the SPSHD Framework, (SPSHD is the re-procurement of what was previously called the Non-Domestic Energy Efficiency framework which is currently underway with the current framework being reviewed to ensure that the future framework will align with Scottish Government Policy and industry best practice). The PSU will be expected to provide technical input and review documentation for available services and support framework public bodies through the implementation of energy retrofit and clean heat projects across their built estate.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement/Selling/supplier-enquiries
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000770612
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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