Delivering sustainability and carbon neutral targets through innovative technological solutions

Concepts

• edinburgh
• energy related
• innovative technological solutions
• various technologies
• fully funded innovative technology projects
• fully funded renewable energy solutions
• fully funded technological solutions
• fully funded technology solutions
• carbon
• technological

Location

NHS Fife, Lothian, Borders

Description

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) are acting on behalf of NHS Fife, NHS Lothian, and NHS Borders are seeking expressions of interest from parties capable of assisting in the achievement of our sustainability goals and net-zero carbon initiatives. This will be accomplished by reducing energy costs and developing income generation schemes for the Health Boards through fully funded technological solutions. Please note that this PIN is not a request for proposals. It is issued to inform the market of our future intentions and to facilitate the formation of a successful partnerships with suppliers who can provide fully funded solutions with no financial expenditure required from the Health Boards.

Total Quantity or Scope

Scope of the Project: The NHS Health Boards are interested in procuring fully funded renewable energy solutions through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), which may include the installation of various technologies on NHS Scotland sites or supplied from off-site installations via private wire. Examples include Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems, and Car Park PV/EV chargers/BESS. The primary objectives are: - Reduce Energy Costs - Generate Income - Sustainability Goals & Net Zero Carbon Supplier Requirements: - A company with a minimum of five years of trading history, with evidence of financial and economic standing, capability and capacity to construct and deliver large scale projects . i.e. Roof solar and BESS systems of 60MW to 240MW. - A proven track record and experience in delivering fully funded innovative technology projects. - Demonstrated ability to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions. - Capability to conduct comprehensive site assessments, manage projects, manage procurement and installations, and maintain ongoing maintenance programs. - A history of successful partnerships in similar projects with comparable organizations i.e. local councils, Scottish Water and other public bodies or large companies/businesses. - An understanding of public sector timelines and complexities. - Proven experience in understanding and supporting Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Suppliers interested in this opportunity are requested to express their interest, to include the following: - A brief overview of your company and relevant experience. - Examples of similar projects successfully delivered. - An outline of your approach to delivering fully funded technology solutions. - Details of the specific solutions you can offer the boards (such as BESS, EV/Solar car park & charge hubs, Rooftop Solar PV, etc.) The purpose of this PIN is to gauge market interest and capabilities in delivering fully funded services. It also serves to inform potential suppliers of our forthcoming plans and to invite expressions of interest.

CPV Codes

• 71314000 - Energy and related services

Indicators

Other Information

Suppliers who are interested in this opportunity are requested to express their interest by 4th October 2024. Please note that this PIN does not constitute a formal procurement process and does not commit NHS Scotland Health Boards to undertake any future procurement activity. The Authority considers it necessary for the purposes of market engagement, for future procurement activity to hold a ‘Supplier Information Day’ to take place on the 8th October 2024 at National Services Scotland (NSS) Offices, 1 South Gyle Crescent, EH12 9EB . Spaces will be limited to two persons per company. Start time 10am, End time 12pm. To confirm attendance, please contact the below. Josh.Foggo@nhs.scot NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=776149. (SC Ref:776149)