The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') has published a procurement opportunity for delivering sustainability and carbon neutral targets through innovative technological solutions. with an estimated value of value not disclosed. The submission deadline is See official notice, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-08, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') are acting on behalf of NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde (GG&C), and NHS Golden Jubilee (NHS GJ) (also known as National Waiting Times Centre (NWTC)), are seeking expressions of interest from parties capable of assisting in the achievement of carbon reduction goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from our buildings by at least 75% by 2030 compared to a 1990 baseline; using renewable heating systems by 2038 for all NHS-owned buildings; and for all our estate to have net-zero emissions by 2040 or earlier where possible. This will be accomplished by increasing energy efficiency of our built environment and transitioning away from fossil fuels. Through this process there are opportunities to develop income generation schemes for the Health Boards through fully funded technological solutions. This PIN 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 capital expenditure required from the Health Boards.

The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') is the contracting authority for this procurement. The estimated contract value is value not disclosed and the submission deadline is See official notice. Suppliers should download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to engineering firms, architects, quantity surveyors. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing for a contract of value not disclosed, and hold professional indemnity insurance, chartered status.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots accessible to smaller businesses.

• Proven track record in engineering and professional consultancy contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a value not disclosed contract
• Relevant certifications: professional indemnity insurance, chartered status
• Capacity to mobilise within The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland')’s required timeframe
• Ability to meet the See official notice submission deadline

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031963-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before See official notice: Late submissions are not accepted under UK procurement rules

What the buyer will evaluate

The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. For engineering and professional consultancy contracts, buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion — demonstrate specific, costed commitments to local employment, skills, or environmental sustainability.

Writing a winning bid

The most common reason bids fail is generic content that does not address the buyer’s specific requirements. The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') has stated precise objectives — your bid must demonstrate you have read and understood them.

• Lead with an executive summary addressing The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland')’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery
• Submit at least 24 hours before See official notice

Key dates and next steps

The submission deadline is See official notice. Competitive bids for engineering and professional consultancy contracts require two to three weeks of preparation. Following submission, The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') will typically complete evaluation within four to eight weeks.

• Download all documents from Find a Tender today
• Confirm your organisation meets all eligibility requirements
• Assign a bid lead and set internal milestones now
• Submit clarification questions as early as possible

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers. Check for lots designed to be accessible to smaller businesses.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Late submissions are not accepted. The See official notice deadline is absolute. Submit at least 24 hours early.

How long does evaluation take?

The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') will notify all bidders once evaluation is complete. Allow four to eight weeks from the submission deadline.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031963-2026. Always use the official source.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Common Services Agency (which from 1st April 2026 is known as 'Public Services Delivery Scotland') or the UK government.