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Ice Machine Services

SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Award

12 Mar 2026 at 11:48

TenderUpdate

03 Nov 2025 at 15:54

Tender

03 Nov 2025 at 10:27

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for "Ice Machine Services," aimed at ensuring the ongoing maintenance and operation of ice maintenance machines across its facilities. Situated in Sheffield, United Kingdom (Region: UKE32), this contract falls under the goods category and was executed using an open competition method. The award for this contract was made to ProAir Engineers Limited, a Sheffield-based SME. The contract began on 9 March 2026 and is scheduled to end by 8 March 2029, with provisions for renewal extending up to 8 March 2031, reflecting a 3 + 2 years term. The contract, valued at £95,000 (gross amount of £114,000), was signed on 5 March 2026.

The tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in ice machine maintenance and repair services, particularly small to medium enterprises that can meet the rigorous technical and commercial criteria set. The contract prioritises technical solutions and social value (30%) alongside pricing (70%), offering a balanced framework for innovative service delivery. As the tender covered the repair and maintenance of catering equipment, the focus on continuous operation makes it ideal for companies with expertise in refrigeration services. Being local to Sheffield may offer additional logistical advantages, given the service needs across the Trust's facilities. Facilitated through the Atamis e-sourcing portal, previous stages highlighted the inclusion of SMEs, thus fostering growth within this sector and regional economic development.

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Notice Title

Ice Machine Services

Notice Description

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust requires Ice Machine Services for the continued operation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment across Trust facilities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contracting Authority proposes to enter into Contract for a maximum period of 5 Years. The initial contract term shall be 3 years with the potential for 2(1+1) Years in Contract extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d8a7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022246-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

37481000 - Ice maintenance machines

50883000 - Repair and maintenance services of catering equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£95,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2JF
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROAIR ENGINEERS

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