Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Framework

What this is

The Scottish Government is procuring the Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Framework (SPSHD), a large-scale multi-supplier framework agreement for energy efficiency, heat decarbonisation, and retrofit works across the Scottish public sector estate. The framework targets large-scale and complex projects typically exceeding £1 million in value, covering building fabric, building services (heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting, water systems), on-site renewables, and district heating connections. The framework is managed by the Scottish Government and is open to all public sector bodies in Scotland.

Key points

• Major Scottish Government framework for public sector heat decarbonisation and energy retrofit — estimated £75 million
• Target projects typically exceed £1 million; multi-supplier framework with multiple appointed contractors
• Covers building fabric, HVAC, renewables, district heating and energy performance guarantee delivery
• Submission deadline 22 June 2026 at 12:00 via Public Contracts Scotland

Who can bid

Open procedure. Multi-supplier framework appointing a range of capable economic operators. Bidders must demonstrate technical and financial capability to deliver large-scale energy retrofit and decarbonisation projects (typically £1m+). Full eligibility criteria in ITT documentation.

How it is scored

Quality 60% · Price 40% 60% Quality and 40% Price. Quality evaluation covers technical approach, delivery methodology, experience, and social value. Full sub-criteria in procurement documents.

Money

Estimated total framework value £75,000,000 excluding VAT. Individual call-off projects typically exceed £1 million. Framework is open to all Scottish public sector bodies for placement of call-off contracts.

How to submit

Tenders submitted electronically via Public Contracts Scotland portal. Framework managed by the Scottish Government on behalf of the wider public sector.

Clarifications

Clarification questions via Public Contracts Scotland messaging prior to deadline of 22 June 2026 at 12:00.

Contract period

Framework duration up to 4 years. Individual call-off contracts placed against the framework by participating public sector bodies throughout the term. Projects below £1m may also use the framework where appropriate.

Classification

CPV 45200000 — Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work 45331000 — Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work45315000 — Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment09330000 — Solar energy71314000 — Energy and related services45251200 — District-heating plant construction work Scotland