Heat Network Consultancy Services Framework
key details
| Value | £1,700,000,000 (£2,040,000,000 inc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Status | active |
| Category (CPV) | 09323000 +6 more |
| Deadline | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Procedure | open |
| SME suitable | Yes |
| OCID | ocds-h6vhtk-05f490 |
description
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.
documents
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055659-2026 , tenderNotice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056306-2026 , tenderNotice
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notice history
5 notices published against this procurement.
| Published | Type | Regime | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Dec 2025 | Preliminary market engagement (UK2) | Procurement Act 2023 | 082352-2025 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | Preliminary market engagement (UK2) | Procurement Act 2023 | 083048-2025 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | Preliminary market engagement (UK2) | Procurement Act 2023 | 083051-2025 |
| 12 Jun 2026 | Tender notice (UK4) | Procurement Act 2023 | 055659-2026 |
| 15 Jun 2026 | Tender notice (UK4) | Procurement Act 2023 | 056306-2026 |
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