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Additional CPV code added.

Addtional sub-categories added under lot 2.

Scope

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.

Commercial tool

Establishes an open framework

A series of frameworks with substantially the same terms. Awarded suppliers are carried over and new suppliers can bid.

Total value (estimated)

• £1,700,000,000 excluding VAT
• £2,040,000,000 including VAT

Above the relevant threshold

Contract dates (estimated)

• 2 November 2026 to 31 October 2034
• 7 years, 11 months, 29 days

Main procurement category

Services

CPV classifications

• 09323000 - District heating
• 66170000 - Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services
• 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
• 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs
• 71244000 - Calculation of costs, monitoring of costs
• 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services
• 79111000 - Legal advisory services

Contract locations

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot 1. Non Technical Services

Description

Lot 1

Non-Technical Services Lot

Sub category Description

SC 1.1 Heat Network Strategy, Zoning & Local Authority Readiness

SC 1.2 Feasibility, Strategic Planning & Investment Due Diligence

SC 1.3 Commercial, Financial & Legal Advisory

SC 1.4 Procurement, Tendering & Transaction Support

SC 1.5 Consumer Protection, Billing & Customer Services Compliance

SC 1.6 Tariff Setting and Review

SC 1.7 In-Project Resident Engagement and Behavioural Support

SC 1.8 Consumer Protection Delivery and Complaints Handling

SC 1.9 Project Management & Programme Delivery

SC 1.10 Commercial Contract Review & Renegotiation for Existing Heat Networks

SC 1.11 Assessor Services - Non Technical

SC 1.12 Certification & Independent Verification - Non Technical

SC 1.13 Design Compliance & Assurance - Non Technical

SC 1.14 Training and Knowledge Transfer - Non Technical

Lot value (estimated)

• £1,700,000,000 excluding VAT
• £2,040,000,000 including VAT

Framework lot values may be shared with other lots

Same for all lots

CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.

Lot 2. Technical Services

Description

SC 2.1 Developed Design

SC 2.2 Technical Design, Detailed Development & Technical Design Assurance

SC 2.3 Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Design & Pre-Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Services

SC 2.4 Installation, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Oversight & Site Supervision

SC 2.5 Commissioning, Testing, Acceptance and Technical Assessment

SC 2.6 Operation, Maintenance, Performance Optimisation and Technical Certification

SC 2.7 Building Readiness & Customer Connection Support

SC 2.8 Data, Digital & Smart Network Services

SC 2.9 Decarbonisation and Futureproofing Advisory

SC 2.10 Asset Condition Assessment, Lifecycle Planning & Technical Diligence

SC 2.11 Emergency Technical Response & Resilience Planning

SC 2.12 Training and Knowledge Transfer - Technical

Lot value (estimated)

• £1,700,000,000 excluding VAT
• £2,040,000,000 including VAT

Framework lot values may be shared with other lots

Same for all lots

CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.

Framework

Open framework scheme end date (estimated)

31 October 2034

Maximum number of suppliers

Unlimited

Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers

2.5%

Framework operation description

Submitted day rates as part of framework application, with award via Direct awards or mini competition.

Award method when using the framework

Either with or without competition

Contracting authorities that may use the framework

UK public sector contracting authoirities, or any body including the third sector being funded through public sector finances.

Participation

Particular suitability

Lot 1. Non Technical Services

Lot 2. Technical Services

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Submission

Enquiry deadline

8 July 2026, 12:00pm

Tender submission deadline

13 July 2026, 12:00pm

Submission address and any special instructions

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Tenders may be submitted electronically

Yes

Languages that may be used for submission

English

Award decision date (estimated)

15 October 2026

Award criteria

Other information

Conflicts assessment prepared/revised

Yes

Procedure

Procedure type

Open procedure

Contracting authority

Trafford Council

• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGZW-1429-QQZQ

Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Road

Manchester

M32 0TH

United Kingdom

Email: procurement [at] star-procurement.gov.uk

Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West

Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government