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Combined Heat Power Maintenance

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

ContractAmendment

08 Jul 2026 at 09:24

UK10 - Contract Change Notice
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21 Nov 2025 at 14:32

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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16 Jul 2025 at 14:09

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, seeking a contract for "Combined Heat Power Maintenance" in the public authority-central government sector. The process, located in Cardiff, United Kingdom, involves a direct procurement method with Clarke Energy Limited as the supplier due to their expertise with the existing Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system. The contract was initially awarded on 21st November 2025, and an amendment due to system degradation led to updates in July 2026. The procurement is currently in the contract amendment stage with significant changes scheduled to begin on 13th July 2026, and the contract period extends until 30th May 2027.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in the maintenance of electrical distribution equipment, particularly those with deep expertise in Combined Heat and Power systems. Given the specialised nature and the experience required with older systems, firms comparable to Clarke Energy Limited, which originally implemented the system in 2008, may find lucrative opportunities in such direct award contracts, especially if they have a historical working relationship with similar systems. Companies that provide comprehensive repair and maintenance services in the energy sector may also benefit from closely monitoring such tender opportunities that require technical expertise and familiarity with end-of-life systems.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Combined Heat Power Maintenance

Notice Description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (CAVUHB) has had a contract in place for the last 16 years for a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system. Whilst a decision is being made regarding a new system, a two-year operational and maintenance agreement has been put in place for the current system as this is essential for the running of all aspects of UHW.

Procurement Information

Clarke Energy implemented the CHP in 2008 and have since provided all associated maintenance for the system. Due to the complexity of the system and the fact it is nearing the end of life, only the original manufacturer have the relevant experience and knowledge to continue the maintenance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056058
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063934-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK10 - Contract Change Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50532400 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£526,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£526,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2025 - 30 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Clarke Energy Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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