Tender

Maintenance of Split Systems and Refrigeration Units

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is conducting a public procurement process titled "Maintenance of Split Systems and Refrigeration Units," aimed at hiring contractors to maintain and repair chiller split systems and catering outlet refrigeration units. This open procedure tender, classified under CPV code 39711130 for refrigerators and other related equipment, is being managed by the university's finance directorate based in Manchester, North West, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender amendment stage and has a value of £3,000,000. Key deadlines include the tender period, which ends on 24 October 2025, with the contract period set from 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2030.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in air-conditioning and refrigeration services. The university is open to awarding both lots to a single contractor or two separate ones, providing flexibility and potential for business growth. It is particularly suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) owing to the scope of services required, which includes maintenance, repair, and installation tasks. Companies with expertise in industrial refrigeration and air-conditioning systems stand to benefit the most, offering them a chance to showcase their abilities in a prestigious institutional setting.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance of Split Systems and Refrigeration Units

Notice Description

The University of Manchester wishes to appoint an appropriately qualified Contractor or Contractors for the maintenance and repair and installation of Chiller Split Systems and Catering Outlet Refrigeration Units. The tender is split into two separate lots; Lot 1 - Maintenance of Split Systems AC Units Lot 2 - Maintenance of Catering Outlet Refrigeration Units The University may award both lots to the same or different Contractors. This work will instructed at the sole discretion of the University of Manchester. Apply through the tendering portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4701ae73-ff0c-4dc7-8f8d-dec44f322cc9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c73ec076-0fec-41fe-b8bf-0779394cdc27
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

39711130 - Refrigerators

42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens

42510000 - Heat-exchange units, air-conditioning and refrigerating equipment, and filtering machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@manchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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