Planning

Mechanical plumbing and heating services 2026

MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST

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Planning

02 Feb 2026 at 13:14

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Mechanical Plumbing and Heating Services 2026" is currently in the planning stage under the guidance of the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. The focus is on supplying mechanical, plumbing, and heating services at Maidstone Hospital, with a geographical location in Maidstone, postcode ME16 9QQ, United Kingdom. The procurement process is identified under the CPV classification "Mechanical engineering installation works" (code 45351000) and falls under the services category. Interested parties should note the engagement end date, which is set for 2nd March 2026, after which tender documents will be issued. This contract procurement is an expression of interest stage, and the procurement method involves a careful planning phase to ensure precise execution.

For businesses specialising in mechanical engineering installation works, this tender represents a valuable opportunity for growth, particularly for those with experience in healthcare environments. While small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) may not be the primary focus for suitability, larger companies with substantial resources and expertise will find this an attractive prospect. Firms capable of delivering high-quality mechanical and plumbing services will be well-positioned to compete for this contract, supporting the operational needs of the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust effectively. Emphasising innovative and reliable service delivery could enhance the potential for securing this valuable engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mechanical plumbing and heating services 2026

Notice Description

Mechanical, plumbing and heating services for Maidstone Hospital Additional information: this is only expression of interest. Tender documents will be published after the expression of interest closes

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8daa855a-13c4-44eb-9919-38f39e37ce4c
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME16 9QQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Barming Heath & Teston
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

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