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Heat Network Consultancy Services Framework

Trafford Council · Local authority

In brief

Trafford Council was looking for suppliers for legal and financial services work. Bidding has closed and no award has been published yet.

It is a framework worth up to £1,700,000,000 excluding VAT: the most the buyer expects to spend across all suppliers, not one contract.

The contract runs for 8 years, starting 2 November 2026.

It is split into 2 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

What the notice says

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.

Lots

LotTradeValue
Non Technical Services
2 November 2026 to 31 October 2034
What this lot covers

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

Legal services, Financial services and insurance, Architecture and engineering, Energy and utilities£1,700,000,000
Technical Services
2 November 2026 to 31 October 2034
What this lot covers

SC 2.1 Developed Design SC 2.2 Technical Design, Detailed Development & Technical Design Assurance SC 2.3 Construction Design & Pre-Construction Services SC 2.4 Installation, Construction 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

Legal services, Financial services and insurance, Architecture and engineering, Energy and utilities£1,700,000,000

Timeline

  1. Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 083048-2025
  2. Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 083051-2025
  3. Tender notice · UK4, notice 055659-2026
  4. Tender notice · UK4, notice 056306-2026

About the buyer

Trafford CouncilLast 12 months

Procurements

39

Awards

20
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From notice 083048-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 15 December 2025, last updated 15 June 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.