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11 Jun 2025 at 14:55

Summary of the contracting process

Caerphilly County Borough Council invites tenders for ventilation works at Blackwood Comprehensive School, located in Hengoed, UK. This project falls under the construction industry category and involves the installation of ventilation units and other related tasks. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an open competition method below the threshold. Key dates include the tender period ending on 25th June 2025, with the contract work commencing on 21st July 2025 and completing by 29th August 2025. The tender is valued at £150,000, with the total cost expected not to exceed £180,000 inclusive of VAT. The buyer is a public authority under Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction and mechanical engineering sectors, particularly those experienced in ventilation and heating installations. Small and medium-sized enterprises are especially encouraged to apply, as the procurement process is designed to be accessible to a broad range of suppliers. Given the project's specific requirements, businesses with expertise in managing tight timelines and those familiar with educational settings will find this tender particularly relevant. The contract offers growth opportunities by expanding business portfolios and reinforcing reputation through successful delivery of public sector projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

5391 - Blackwood Comprehensive School - Ventilation Works

Notice Description

You are invited to submit a tender for the installation of ventilation units and boxing in of heating pipes. The scope of the project is fully described in Tender Documentation but in summary the scope is: - The contractor shall cost all necessary resources including weekend and overtime working to allow the project to be completed within the specified contract period. - The contractor shall be responsible for the removal and reinstatement of any loose and fixed furniture to allow the installation of all ventilation services and equipment as shown on the drawings. - Form new openings in the existing structure to allow the installation of the new external weather louvres - Carefully take down and reinstate any false ceilings to allow the installation of the new ventilation systems. Any damaged or stained ceiling tiles shall be replaced with new to match existing. - Install all of the new ventilation equipment and ductwork as shown on the tender drawings including all necessary wiring and controls. - Employ specialist commissioning engineers to set to work all new ventilation systems in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements and demonstrate the correct operation of all systems to the satisfaction of the contract administrator. - Supply & install ventilation units, ducting and ancillary grilles/louvres, etc - Insulate & box-in exposed heating pipework - Electrical supplies to new equipment - Controls work & commissioning - Associated Builders Work - Provide O&M manuals and provide user training - The timescale for the work is 6 weeks from commencement of the contract. - Contractors shall note that the maximum time the school can be closed for is 6 weeks and if they cannot complete the work detailed in that time then they should not submit a tender proposal. - Works to be completed by 30th August 2025 - Contractors shall submit a detailed programme of works when submitting their costs for the project. The Contractors shall detail all key timings showing as a minimum, site setup, plant delivery, re-instatement works and commissioning and how this will be achieved in the contract period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0546ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031576-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

39563530 - Ventilation ducting

42160000 - Boiler installations

42500000 - Cooling and ventilation equipment

42520000 - Ventilation equipment

44621000 - Radiators and boilers

45000000 - Construction work

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

71300000 - Engineering services

71314310 - Heating engineering services for buildings

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Caerphilly County Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HENGOED
Postcode
CF82 7PG
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
TLL16 Gwent Valleys

Local Authority
Caerphilly
Electoral Ward
Ystrad Mynach
Westminster Constituency
Caerphilly

Further Information

Notice Documents

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