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UKRI-5342 MRC LMB Air Source Heat Pump

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "UKRI-5342 MRC LMB Air Source Heat Pump" project was managed by UK Research and Innovation, a prominent contracting authority based in Cambridge, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of heat pumps, specifically involving the supply and installation of air source heat pumps at the Medical Research Council Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) located in the East of England. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender was in the 'complete' stage, with the tender period concluding on 2nd January 2026. The award was officially made on 12th January 2026, and the contract is scheduled to be executed from 13th January 2026 to 31st March 2026, with a total value of approximately £699,904.86.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses involved in the manufacturing and installation of HVAC systems, although this particular contract was not aimed at SMEs or VCSEs. Companies with capabilities in energy-efficient technologies and infrastructure installation will find such contracts appealing, as they offer a chance to collaborate with major public agencies like UK Research and Innovation. Successful participation not only opens avenues for future government contracts but also bolsters a company’s credentials in delivering sustainable and technically advanced solutions. Building Projects Group Ltd, the supplier awarded this contract, represents the type of business well-suited to leverage these opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5342 MRC LMB Air Source Heat Pump

Notice Description

The Supply and Installation of Air Source Heat Pumps at LMB MRC

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-37322cfe-d4b9-42f5-9c05-c4ed78744148
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f38e54c8-115e-45aa-abb2-1703defcc270
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42511110 - Heat pumps

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£699,904 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£699,904 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB2 0QH
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Queen Edith's
Westminster Constituency
South Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUILDING PROJECTS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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