Framework Agreement for the Provision of Estates Sustainability Solutions

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£500,000,000

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  • Environmental services

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  • contract

Published

1 year ago

Description

The Contracting Authority has awarded a framework agreement for the provision of estates sustainability solutions.
The framework agreement offers industry-specific opportunities for climate action, whilst building resilience to climate change, to enable the continuation of the delivery of healthcare services. The opportunities the agreement offers for healthcare which, in the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, represents the coming together of subject matter expertise, societal demands and climate action to create a more sustainable, inclusive, and future proof path to economic growth, health and well-being to support strategic initiatives of high impact for the benefit of business, people and the planet.
The agreement comprises the following 16 service lines:
1	Environmental Consultancy
2A	Sustainable Insulation
2B	Natural Ventilation
2C	Energy Efficient Windows and Doors
2D	Heat Pumps/Passive Cooling Systems
2E	Combined Heat and Power Systems
2F	Rainwater Harvesting
2G	Energy & Water Efficient Appliances
2H	Energy-Efficient Lighting Systems
2I	Solar Shading/Canopy Cover
2J	Solar Film
3A	Solar Power Generation and Storage
4A	Living Walls
4B	Rainwater Gardens
4C	Green Roof Spaces
4D	Wellbeing Green Spaces

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Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust on behalf of NHS Commercial Solutions

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NHS Commercial Solutions Estates Team

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+44 1306646822

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