Tender

GB-Middlesbrough: Olympia VRF Replacement

TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY

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Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 12:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Teesside University is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for the "GB-Middlesbrough: Olympia VRF Replacement" project, focusing on replacing the current cooling and heating systems at the Olympia Building. This procurement process is categorised under installation work of cooling equipment and general heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning installation work. Located in Middlesbrough, UK, within the North East region, this open procedure tender is at the active stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 18th December 2025. The contract period is anticipated to start on 11th January 2026 and conclude by 28th February 2026, offering a project valued between £100,000 and £500,000.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in HVAC installations and replacements. The project is particularly suitable for medium to large enterprises capable of delivering comprehensive mechanical systems. Although the procurement is open to all, it favours value-driven proposals, inviting competitive bids that demonstrate expertise in handling complex installations within educational facilities. Engaging in this tender can enhance a company's portfolio and establish long-term relationships with a reputable institution such as Teesside University.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Middlesbrough: Olympia VRF Replacement

Notice Description

Teesside University invites suitably qualified contractors to submit tenders for the replacement of the existing comfort cooling and heating systems serving the first-floor classrooms in the Olympia Building. The current systems have reached the end of their operational life and have experienced failure, requiring full replacement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebb9126c-e079-45e8-97b2-38c5581fbded
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45232141 - Heating works

45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work

45331230 - Installation work of cooling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 months
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
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
tenders@tees.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01642218121

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS1 3BX
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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