Midlands Net Zero Hub has launched the second round of its electrification of depot programme, intended to enable councils to procure consultancy services to develop detailed depot designs, moving on from a desk-based fleet review.
Apply by 17:00 on 17 October 2025
As part of their ongoing commitment to supporting local authorities across the Midlands in delivering their net zero ambitions, the Midlands Net Zero Hub (MNZH) is launching the second round of its electric depot programme due to its overwhelming success in the first round held in December 2023. This funding is intended to enable councils to procure consultancy services to develop detailed depot designs moving on from a desk-based fleet review.
This stage is focused on translating the findings from a previously conducted fleet review into actionable plans, including the integration of renewable energy infrastructure. The aim is to support local authorities in progressing from strategic feasibility to investable, design-ready projects that will enable the transition to fully electric fleets and supporting infrastructure at the council’s depots.
Local authorities will be responsible for procuring their own consultants, with support and guidance provided by the Hub throughout the process. The resulting designs will ensure that depot upgrades are futureproofed, cost-effective, and aligned with long-term fleet electrification strategies.
This competition is only open to local authorities within the Midlands Net Zero Hub region who have previously conducted a fleet review either through the Hub’s funded fleet reviews or a self funded review.
The Hub held an information webinar on 09.09.25 and the recording and slides are available here.
