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Voltage Optimisation (St Marks Building)

UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN

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29 Jul 2025 at 09:30

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Lincoln has completed a public procurement process to appoint EnergyAce Limited for installing voltage optimisers at the St Marks student accommodation, located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract involves the design, manufacture, delivery, and installation of ten voltage optimisers, aiming to enhance energy efficiency without compromising equipment performance. The procurement, classified under low-voltage installation work, utilised a limited competitive quotation method, suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The contract period spans from 28th July to 30th September 2025, with the completion of works expected by the end of September. The contract, valued at £70,000, was awarded following a competitive quotation exercise, with the award date recorded as 7th May 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs in the electrical and energy sectors. Those with expertise in energy efficiency solutions would have been well-positioned to compete, given the requirement to design and implement voltage optimisation technology. The focus on sustainable energy use within the East Midlands region also offers potential for further collaboration and innovation in energy conservation initiatives. The competitive quotation method indicates a streamlined process that might appeal to businesses specialising in efficient procurement strategies and cost-effective solutions. The successful implementation of this contract could bolster the reputation and portfolio of enterprises proficient in delivering energy optimisation services.

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Notice Title

Voltage Optimisation (St Marks Building)

Notice Description

This is a contract award notice for the appointment of a contractor to design, manufacture, deliver and manage the installation works for voltage optimisers (x10) into plant rooms at the University's St Marks student accommodation (blocks A-J). The aim of the voltage optimisers is to reduce energy consumption while maintaining performance of equipment. The contract was awarded following a competitive quotation exercise and the programme of works is c. 10 weeks with completion at the end of September 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-890ce085-ba4f-40f5-8e41-e5dfd2743d47
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ea16117-9044-4924-b1f7-77ee87e9e75a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45315600 - Low-voltage installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
Contact Name
Laura Simms
Contact Email
lsimms@lincoln.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN6 7TS
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Boultham
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENERGYACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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