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PURCON 2159 - Installation and Comissioning of Additional Boilers (EF2) - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia (UEA), located in Norwich, Norfolk, has awarded a contract for the installation and commissioning of additional boilers at Building No. 54, known as EF2. This project falls under the mechanical engineering installation works category with CPV code 45351000. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded to Empower Services Ltd. The contract period runs from 28th July 2025 to 20th October 2025. The tender involved the removal and replacement of existing boiler plants with high-efficiency versions, including options for the installation of varying configurations of gas and electric boilers, in compliance with current regulations. The procurement was conducted via a non-standard method labelled "Other -".

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in mechanical engineering and boiler installation, particularly those adept in energy-efficient solutions. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, larger companies with expertise in large-scale boiler installations and district heating systems may find this project to be a suitable growth opportunity. As Empower Services Ltd has been selected as the supplier, this contract could also serve as a case study for businesses aiming to enhance their visibility and credibility in the utilities and infrastructure sector. Additionally, the broad geographic delivery scope, covering not only the United Kingdom but also British Overseas Territories, Europe, and beyond, highlights potential for companies with robust international operational capacities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCON 2159 - Installation and Comissioning of Additional Boilers (EF2) - AWARD

Notice Description

Removal of life-expired existing boiler plant within EF2 (Building No. 54) and replace with new, high-efficiency versions, together with all associated plant, controls and equipment to connect to the UEA district heating system. All work should comply to current regulations Included in this tender is the requirement to provide options: - 1. For the installation of 2 new gas boilers 2. For the installation of 2 gas boilers and 2 electric boilers 3. For the installation of 4 new gas boilers

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f2d518c5-8864-4456-89f4-e05534497603
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b223518-794b-4b96-a111-ef1df0bd3603
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20256 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2025 - 20 Oct 2025 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
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
Karen Gallant
Contact Email
karen.gallant@uea.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01603 592728

Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EMPOWER SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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