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The provision of planned and reactive maintenance of ventilation and cooling systems, and Air Source Heat Pumps at the University of Leicester

THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

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Award

17 Oct 2025 at 15:05

TenderUpdate

30 Jul 2025 at 15:05

Tender

11 Jul 2025 at 11:20

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leicester, a prominent public authority under sub-central government, has concluded the procurement for planned and reactive maintenance of ventilation and cooling systems, including Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP). The contract covers services in Leicester, UK, requiring a 24/7, year-round emergency call-out capability with a maximum response time of 4 hours. The procurement followed an open procedure and has been awarded to Industrial Refrigeration Services Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise. The contract period starts on 1st January 2026 and extends to 31st July 2029, with the possibility of renewal up to 31st July 2031. The gross value of the contract is £4,900,000, and a standstill period will end on 28th October 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations. It is an ideal opportunity for companies with the capability to provide comprehensive maintenance services and possess robust emergency response operations. Businesses can enhance expertise in service delivery through such contracts, potentially leading to further opportunities within the public sector. Firms with strong capacities in technical maintenance, cost-effective solutions, and sustainable community benefits are well-poised to compete effectively in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

The provision of planned and reactive maintenance of ventilation and cooling systems, and Air Source Heat Pumps at the University of Leicester

Notice Description

This opportunity is for planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance relating to ventilation and cooling systems and Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) to include call out facility. Reactive maintenance is required so that when breakdowns do occur they can be attended to and rectified as effectively as possible. A 24 hour, 7 day, 365 day emergency call out facility is also required as part of this contract. The maximum response time of is 4 hours during and outside of normal working hours. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=987779319

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055d8b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066447-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£4,900,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER
Contact Name
Lucy Elms
Contact Email
lme11@le.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 7RH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF21 Leicester

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INDUSTRIAL REFRIGERATION SERVICES

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