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Tender for the provision of monitoring and maintenance of two Air Quality Monitoring Stations (AQMS) in Herefordshire

HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Dec 2025 at 14:22

Tender

22 Oct 2025 at 09:14

Summary of the contracting process

Herefordshire Council engaged in a procurement process for the monitoring and maintenance of two Air Quality Monitoring Stations (AQMS) in Herefordshire, involving both Hereford and Leominster locations. The initiative falls under the industry category of air quality management and pollution monitoring services, specifically targeting public authority - sub-central government sectors. The procurement method employed was open competition below threshold, and it culminated in the awarding of the contract to Cura Terrae Air Limited. The contract, valued at £73,880, was signed on 12 December 2025 and is active until 11 December 2027, with provisions for renewal up to December 2029. The procurement stage transitioned from tender to award on 17 December 2025, indicating a complete status for lots involved.

This tender offers business growth opportunities primarily for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the air quality monitoring and maintenance industry. Ideal competitors are those providing environmental management services, particularly businesses that can offer comprehensive servicing, repair, and expertise in air conditioning for specialised equipment. The focus on bi-monthly maintenance visits and critical repairs ensures ongoing engagement with the buyer, allowing businesses with experience in technical support to build long-term relationships with Herefordshire Council. The successful bidding requires aligning with award criteria prioritising price, quality, and social value, suiting SMEs that can deliver innovation while adhering to rigorous public sector standards.

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Notice Title

Tender for the provision of monitoring and maintenance of two Air Quality Monitoring Stations (AQMS) in Herefordshire

Notice Description

Herefordshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and qualified supplier for the monitoring servicing and repair (as necessary) of the Hereford and Leominster AQMS including critical air conditioning units within the units. To include maintenance, repair, and bi-monthly Local Site Operator (LSO) visits.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: If the requirement for monitoring still exists after the initial 2 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d14f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083904-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90731100 - Air quality management

90731400 - Air pollution monitoring or measurement services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£73,880 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialservices@herefordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HEREFORD
Postcode
HR4 0LE
Post Town
Hereford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG11 Herefordshire, County of
Delivery Location
TLG11 Herefordshire, County of

Local Authority
Herefordshire, County of
Electoral Ward
Widemarsh
Westminster Constituency
Hereford and South Herefordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CURA TERRAE AIR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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