This request seeks information regarding Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council's activities related to the Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) and Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS). Specifically, we request the following:
1. Local Authority Targets for Heat Pump Installations:
o What are the specific targets set by Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council for heat pump installations within the county under the CHMM and BUS schemes?
o Are there any publicly available documents outlining these targets and the methodology used to determine them?
2. Number of Contractors Engaged for Heat Pump Installations:
o How many contractors does Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council currently employ or contract with for the installation of heat pumps under the CHMM and BUS schemes?
3. Availability of Suitable Contractors for Heat Pump Installations:
o What are the current estimates for the availability of suitably qualified and accredited contractors for heat pump installations within Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead?
o Is the County Council aware of any potential shortages in the supply of skilled labour for heat pump installations?
o Are there any initiatives undertaken by the County Council to address potential labour shortages in the heat pump installation sector?
4. Criteria and Tendering Process for Relevant Contracts:
o What are the specific criteria used by Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council when selecting contractors for heat pump installation projects under the CHMM and BUS schemes?
o What is the tendering process for awarding contracts related to these schemes?
o Are there any opportunities for local businesses like grssroots to participate in the tendering process for such contracts?