SS15 26 District Heating Feasibility Study

The aim of this work is to undertake a detailed feasibility study into developing a district heat network for Maidstone in Kent. The study will involve investigating economic and technical viability including, heat demand, network design, financial and business modelling, customer contractual arrangements, licencing and consenting, funding and delivery approach up to business case. In particular the County Council sees this study as the foundation stone for an investment grade project. Alongside sound technical and commercial advice there is also the opportunity for innovation in the development of the proposals. The funding for this work is being provided by a grant award from the Government's Heat Network Delivery Fund and the County Council. Prior to this award the County Council has done studies to identify the potential for heat networks in Kent including pre-feasibility work which confirmed Maidstone as a location worthy of full feasibility study. The development of a heat network is consistent with the County Council's strategic aims in respect of increasing energy efficiency, supporting low carbon generation, maintaining secure and affordable energy supplies, and reducing carbon emissions.

Additional information: The aim of this work is to undertake a detailed feasibility study into developing a district heat network for Maidstone in Kent. The study will involve investigating economic and technical viability including, heat demand, network design, financial and business modelling, customer contractual arrangements, licencing and consenting, funding and delivery approach up to business case. In particular the County Council sees this study as the foundation stone for an investment grade project. Alongside sound technical and commercial advice there is also the opportunity for innovation in the development of the proposals. The funding for this work is being provided by a grant award from the Government's Heat Network Delivery Fund and the County Council. Prior to this award the County Council has done studies to identify the potential for heat networks in Kent including pre-feasibility work which confirmed Maidstone as a location worthy of full feasibility study. The development of a heat network is consistent with the County Council's strategic aims in respect of increasing energy efficiency, supporting low carbon generation, maintaining secure and affordable energy supplies, and reducing carbon emissions. Further background and technical information can be found within the tender documentation. Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal. In order to submit your interest in this opportunity please select the 'Login and Express an Interest' button located at the bottom of this page. Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then be emailed an invitation to submit a tender. Further guidance regarding how to use this portal can be found attached to the bottom of this advert.