Tender

Heating System Replacement for The Rufus Centre

FLITWICK TOWN COUNCIL

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06 Aug 2025 at 08:27

UK4 - Tender Notice
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04 Aug 2025 at 09:51

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Flitwick Town Council is seeking qualified commercial heating specialists for the replacement of the heating and water systems at The Rufus Centre in Flitwick, United Kingdom. The project falls under the industry category of electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy, with key components including plumbing and sanitary works. As of 6 August 2025, the procurement is in the tender stage, inviting open competition below threshold for works valued at £120,000. Interested parties should note the submission deadline of 8 September 2025, with contracts expected to commence on 22 September 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in heating system upgrades and installations, particularly those with expertise in energy-efficient solutions and plumbing equipment. SMEs are encouraged to apply, given the suitability criteria set forth. With an emphasis on technical expertise, pricing structure, and innovative value-added services, this procurement process offers a platform for businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering sustainable heating solutions while expanding their client base within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Heating System Replacement for The Rufus Centre

Notice Description

Flitwick Town Council is inviting proposals from qualified and certified commercial heating specialists to provide an upgrade/full replacement of its gas and boiler system, hot water system and subsequent control system located within the boiler house at the Rufus Centre. The specification includes strip out works, heating mechanical installation works, domestic hot water heater - mechanical installation, controls installation works, building works & making good, commissioning & testing.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056c10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046370-2025
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

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

39715000 - Water heaters and heating for buildings; plumbing equipment

45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works

50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Sep 2025 - 20 Oct 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FLITWICK TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stacie Lockey
Contact Email
info@flitwick.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01525 631900

Buyer Location

Locality
FLITWICK
Postcode
MK45 1AH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Flitwick
Westminster Constituency
Mid Bedfordshire

Further Information

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