Colville Heat Network - DBOM Contract

Tender description

Procurement of a Design, Build, Operate, and Maintain (DBOM) contractor to deliver a low-carbon heat network for the Colville development in Hackney. This project aims to connect over 1,300 homes, public buildings, and commercial spaces to the network, meeting planning and sustainability targets to save 100,000t CO2e over 40 years. Lot 1: Hackney Council seeks a Design, Build, Operate, and Maintain (DBOM) contractor to deliver critical components of the Colville Heat Network (CHN). This contract focuses on the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the network's infrastructure, excluding metering and billing services, which will be tendered separately. The scope of the DBOM contract includes: 1. Design and Build (D&B): - Development of a low-carbon energy centre employing modern technologies such as air-source heat pumps to meet the stringent carbon reduction requirements for the Colville and Britannia developments. - Installation of an efficient heat distribution system, including primary and secondary pipework to connect over 1,300 homes, a leisure centre, schools, and commercial premises. - Integration with existing heat systems where necessary to ensure seamless supply continuity. - Compliance with planning conditions, noise regulations, and environmental standards, ensuring minimal impact on residents and the surrounding area. 2. Operation and Maintenance (O&M): - Comprehensive operation of the heat network for 15 years, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with performance and regulatory standards. - Lifecycle maintenance, including routine inspections, system optimization, and replacement of components as required to maintain operational standards. - Provision of a responsive customer support mechanism in collaboration with the Council and future Metering & Billing contractor. The CHN is a vital component of Hackney Council’s Climate Action Plan, aiming to deliver substantial carbon savings of approximately 100,000 tonnes CO2e over 40 years. This procurement aligns with the Council’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and supporting affordable and sustainable heat delivery for residents and businesses. This contract, to be procured under the negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition (per the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016), emphasizes value for money, technical excellence, and alignment with long-term sustainability goals. The DBOM contractor will work closely with Hackney Council to meet the project’s strategic objectives, ensuring timely delivery of the heat network and compliance with all statutory obligations and planning conditions. The contract has an initial term of 15 years, with an optional extension of 10 years to ensure long-term operational and financial sustainability.