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31 Jul 2026 at 12:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "HVAC design and Support services 2026" contract has reached the award stage, with the Met Office acting as the buying organisation. This contract falls within the engineering design services category and is specifically aimed at providing HVAC design support services through RIBA stages 1-4. The procurement was carried out using a selective method as a call-off from the NHS SBS Framework SBS10190. The contract, worth GBP 28,502.67, is set to run from 31st July 2026 to 31st July 2027, and services will be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The relevant procurement stage is complete, and the awarded supplier is Hoare Lea & Partners.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in HVAC engineering and design services. As the procurement favours small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), it provides a platform for these firms to participate in public contracts and expand their portfolio in the engineering sector. Companies with expertise in HVAC design, particularly those experienced with projects conforming to RIBA stages and working within framework agreements, would find this contract aligning with their skills and capabilities, thereby supporting their business growth objectives.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

HVAC design and Support services 2026

Notice Description

HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & AC) Design support services through RIBA stages 1-4. Called off from the framework NHS SBS Framework SBS10190.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-03871de7-b1a6-4d4a-b13b-367bf69c1a42
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41dc7e55-a3be-44a2-a069-2a7d585fda06
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71320000 - Engineering design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,502 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,502 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 3PB
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOARE LEA & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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