Award

AT1426 Servicing of Air Conditioning Equipment and Associated Works

LUTON COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

11 Feb 2026 at 16:48

Tender

25 Nov 2025 at 14:19

Planning

13 Nov 2025 at 13:37

Planning

23 Sep 2025 at 12:38

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council has awarded a contract under the title "AT1426 Servicing of Air Conditioning Equipment and Associated Works," focusing primarily on the maintenance and servicing of air conditioning units, air handling units, and fan coiled units within the UKH21 region, United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure, reaching its award stage as of 11th February 2026, with a standstill period concluding on 20th February 2026. The contract extends from 2nd March 2026 to 1st March 2029, with the potential for renewal up to 24 additional months. Constant Cooling Ltd has been recognized as the supplier for this valuable service contract, with a significant award value of £750,000, evidencing its above-threshold status.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises particularly engaged in repair and maintenance services within the building installations domain. The procurement encouraged competitive participation, evidenced by the 15 bids received, of which 13 were from SMEs, highlighting the council's commitment to inclusivity and supporting local businesses. Firms specializing in electrical and mechanical building installations can leverage this contract to enhance their growth and network. The open procedure allowed for transparent participation, ensuring businesses with requisite expertise and financial capability could compete effectively. The awarded supplier, Constant Cooling Ltd, demonstrates the high calibre of service providers interested in such tenders, showcasing potential growth avenues for similar market players.

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Notice Title

AT1426 Servicing of Air Conditioning Equipment and Associated Works

Notice Description

Servicing of Air Conditioning Equipment and Associated Works. Maintenance predominately relates to servicing of air conditioning units, air handling units and fan coiled units.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x up to 12 months each

Planning Information

Luton Borough Council will be going out to tender for servicing of air conditioning equipment and associated works at its properties and intends to appoint a single Contractor. The work will involve both reactive and planned maintenance and the tenders will be evaluated on the basis of price and quality. The work will include servicing of air conditioning units, air handling units and fan coiled units (4 pipe) including reactive repairs, emergency call outs and new works. Luton Council will be hosting a Market Engagement event, so interested parties can come and hear more about the opportunity and ask relevant questions. If you would like to attend this even which will be held online via Teams on Thursday 09th October 2025 at 11:00am, please email Kasia.Kosciuszko@luton.gov.uk by Friday 3rd October 2025 and you will be sent an invite.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a024
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012600-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, 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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45331220 - Air-conditioning installation work

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

50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
21 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-01-07

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kasia Kosciuszko
Contact Email
kasia.kosciuszko@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1582548087

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH21 Luton

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTANT COOLING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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