The NHS and public sector across the UK are making decisive moves on environmental and renewable energy initiatives. The recently announced Decarbonisation and Energy Infrastructure (NOE.0655) Framework represents a major opportunity for energy, estates and net zero solution providers seeking to deliver impactful projects at scale. Developed by Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, trading as North of England NHS Commercial Procurement Collaborative (NOE CPC), this framework promises to play a central role in supporting Green Plans for NHS estates and beyond.
Understanding the Decarbonisation and Energy Infrastructure (NOE.0655) Framework
This framework agreement, valued up to £1.2 billion including VAT and set over eight years, is designed to provide NHS and wider public sector organisations with a robust procurement route. Its core purpose is to facilitate the development and delivery of estates decarbonisation and energy infrastructure schemes, underpinning the carbon reduction and sustainability commitments set out in organisational Green Plans.
Decarbonisation and energy infrastructure suppliers are invited to help public healthcare and related organisations realise more energy-efficient estates with innovative solutions, technologies, and expertise.
- Coverage: NHS Trusts and potentially broader public sector entities across England
- Scope: Support for Green Plans, focusing on estates decarbonisation and energy infrastructure schemes
- Framework value: £1,200,000,000 including VAT
- Term: Up to 8 years, offering long-term visibility for participating suppliers
Why This Framework Matters for Environmental and Renewable Energy Providers
The NOE CPC's framework is one of the highest-value and longest-term environmental procurement exercises currently in the UK public sector. Its broad scope allows for a wide variety of solutions, giving providers flexibility to showcase sector specialism or broader capabilities. Importantly, the framework's structure is likely to encompass multiple lots (suppliers interested should consult the full notice and tender pack for confirmed details), which can cater both to niche market segments and to those able to offer multi-disciplinary services.
For suppliers, delivering into the NHS and public sector is an opportunity to work with high-profile, mission-driven organisations. The scale and institutional commitment reflect a strong pipeline for energy infrastructure, decarbonisation, and related services. Moreover, being named on a national framework such as NOE.0655 confers significant credibility and may open doors to further public sector engagements.
Preparation Points for Bidders
- Review the framework documentation: The tender documents at the official notice are the definitive source of requirements, scope, and structure.
- Understand authorities' needs: The end users are NHS Trusts and potentially wider public sector organisations. Bidders should tailor their credentials and case studies to address healthcare-specific challenges, such as emissions reduction, estate resilience, and operational continuity.
- Consider lot specialisation: If the framework is divided into lots by work type, value, or sector, align your bid to lots that best match your expertise. Specialisation can improve competitiveness.
- Demonstrate added value: With notable framework value and a long-term agreement, show readiness to deliver at scale, bring innovation, and adapt to evolving Green Plan objectives within the NHS and public sector context.
Quick Facts
- Framework Value: £1,200,000,000 including VAT
- Term: 8 years
- Sector Focus: Environmental and renewable energy, energy efficiency, decarbonisation infrastructure
- Route to Market: Framework agreement via NOE CPC
Key Dates
- Estimated submission deadline: 1 May 2026
- Framework live date: See notice for updates as procurement progresses
For environmental and renewable energy suppliers, this is an unmissable chance to influence the future of NHS and public sector estates. The scale of investment and the visible commitment to Green Plans make the Decarbonisation and Energy Infrastructure (NOE.0655) Framework central to the UK public sector's net zero journey.
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