Published date: 17 February 2025

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 19 March 2025, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • District heating - 09323000

  • Heat-transfer station construction work - 45232142

  • District-heating plant construction work - 45251250

    • Repair and maintenance services of central heating - 50720000

    • Energy and related services - 71314000

    • Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings - 71321000

Location of contract

United Kingdom

Value of contract

£23,500,000

Procurement reference

HACK001-DN758497-91341475

Published date

17 February 2025

Closing date

19 March 2025

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

1 January 2026

Contract end date

31 December 2041

Contract type

Works

Procedure type

Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)

Anyone may ask to participate, but only those who are pre-selected will be invited to submit initial tenders and to negotiate.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No


Description

The London Borough of Hackney is procuring a Design, Build, Operate, and Maintain (DBOM) contractor for the Colville Heat Network (CHN). This contract covers the design and construction of a low-carbon energy centre and heat distribution system, connecting over 1,300 homes, public buildings, and commercial spaces. The selected contractor will also operate and maintain the network for 15 years, with an optional 10-year extension.

The CHN supports Hackney Council's net-zero carbon goals, aiming to reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 100,000 tonnes over 40 years. The DBOM contractor will ensure compliance with planning, environmental, and performance standards, delivering efficient, sustainable, and affordable heat to the community.


More information

Additional text

Participation in this tender is managed through the ProContract (ProActis) e-procurement system. Suppliers must be registered on ProContract to access the Selection Questionnaire (SQ) and submit their responses as part of the Restricted Procedure. Only shortlisted suppliers will be invited to the Invitation to Tender stage.

How to Register on ProContract:
Visit the London Tenders Portal: https://www.londontenders.org/
Click on the 'Suppliers' Area' link on the left-hand side.
Select 'Register free with ProContract' to begin the registration process.
Registration Tips:
When registering, ensure you select all relevant business categories that match your services. Shortlisting and tender notifications are based on these categories, so accurate selection is essential for receiving relevant opportunities.


About the buyer

Contact name

Marta Kolinska

Address

Hackney Service Centre
1 Hillman Street
Hackney
E8 1DY
United Kingdom

Telephone

+44 2083562483

Email

marta.kolinska@hackney.gov.uk

Website

http://www.hackney.gov.uk