Delivering sustainability and carbon neutral targets through innovative technological solutions for NHS A&A, D&G, FV & Lanarkshire

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 via private wire or supplied from off-site installations via Corporate (sleeved) or virtual arrangements.

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 . e.g. a renewable energy asset portfolio 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, and provide the following information in a single document to [email protected] (please limit document to 20 pages):

• 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 specific to the NHS Health Boards stated.
• Details of the specific solutions you can offer the NHS Health Boards stated (such as BESS, EV/Solar car park & charge hubs, Rooftop Solar PV, etc.)

Actual Pre-Qualification criteria will ultimately be clearly set out in a future Contract Notice. 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. Additional information: Suppliers who are interested in this opportunity are requested to express their interest by 18th April 2025.

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.