Scope
Description
The purpose of the Framework is to provide STAR Procurement, its member authorities, and other eligible public bodies with access to pre-qualified and competent Consultants capable of delivering specialist services across the full life cycle of heat network projects—from feasibility and design to compliance, tariff modelling, and decarbonisation and futureproofing planning.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £50,000,000 excluding VAT
- £60,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2034
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
12 January 2026
Engagement process description
Pre Market Engagement Questionnaire - deadline to complete 12th January 2026.
Online Webinar - 23rd January 2026 - 10am till 11:30am
Possible individual sessions with suppliers following the above.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
9 February 2026
Contracting authority
Trafford Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGZW-1429-QQZQ
4th Floor, Waterside House
Sale
M33 7ZF
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@star-procurement.gov.uk
Website: http://www.trafford.gov.uk/
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government