Energy Efficiency Dynamic Purchasing System (EEDPS)

Energy Efficiency Dynamic Purchasing System (EEDPS) Plymouth City Council (PCC), as the lead Contracting Authority, in collaboration with Independence Brokerage Services CIC (trading as Independence CIC (INCIC)), is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for use by public sector bodies. This procurement framework is designed to deliver energy efficiency measures, retrofitting installations, and associated works for social housing and private domestic properties. It will also extend to other property types owned or managed by local authorities and public sector organisations. Eligible organisations are outlined in the Additionally, this initiative aims to: https://www.incic.org.uk/eligibility-criteria-eedps/ • Stimulate procurement opportunities for customers / clients wanting to and or are willing to self-fund energy efficiency works. • Support training and back to work via entry into the construction industry through green skills development and retrofitting • Providing access to green accreditations via umbrella organisations and providing opportunities for new entries to sector • Promote the use of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), as detailed in the Lots below.

• Details are clearly set out in this notice under Lots and Sub Lots and will be further detailed in specific calls for competition. For further details of Active Areas and Lots / Sub Lots can be found here https://www.incic.org.uk/about-plymouth-ee-dps/ Public sector bodies have a responsibility to advance energy efficiency initiatives through allocated funding and national or local grant schemes. These efforts aim to reduce carbon emissions, lower energy costs, and improve living conditions for residents. The EEDPS provides a structured, transparent, and flexible procurement framework to facilitate these goals. Objectives of the EEDPS The EEDPS is designed to enhance building energy performance, contributing to broader environmental, economic, and public health objectives, including: • Carbon Reduction: Addressing climate change through energy-efficient measures. • Economic Revitalisation: Investing in green skills and industries to stimulate local and national economies. • Public Health Improvements: Ensuring healthier living environments through energy-efficient upgrades. The DPS will be open for Contractor / Supplier (Providers) to apply to join from 18th February 2025.
  Further details of how to Join can be found at: https://www.incic.org.uk/about-plymouth-ee-dps/