Tender

HVAC at Energy House 1

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD

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Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 09:47

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford, a public authority in Greater Manchester, UK, is inviting tenders for HVAC maintenance and upgrades at its Energy House 1 facility. The project, falling under the construction and installation services categories, has an estimated value of £222,000 and follows an open procurement method. Located at the university’s premises in Salford, this procurement process is currently in the tender stage with important deadlines: enquiry period ends on 8th January 2026, and tender submissions close on 16th January 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in HVAC systems and construction work, particularly those experienced in projects involving advanced climate simulation facilities. With the contracts spanning from February 2026 to February 2028, small and medium enterprises are encouraged to participate. Businesses that excel in quality, technical expertise, service and maintenance, health and safety, and sustainability will have a competitive advantage, given the weighted award criteria focusing on these areas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HVAC at Energy House 1

Notice Description

1.1.1 The University of Salford (UoS) is a leading public institution located in Greater Manchester, UK, with a strong reputation for combining academic excellence and industry engagement. Established in 1967, it serves over 20,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs. Salford is recognised for its close ties to industry, particularly in media, health, engineering, and digital sectors, supported by its strategic location adjacent to MediaCityUK. 1.1.2 The University operates two unique research facilities: Energy House 1 and Energy House 2.0. Both facilities contain environmental climate chambers that house test buildings. Energy House 1, located in the Cockcroft building, features a Victorian End Terrace House and was the first of its kind when constructed. The chamber enables the simulation of a wide range of European weather conditions, allowing for the testing of construction products and heating systems under controlled conditions environments. The environmental chamber has a dedicated heating and ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system. 1.1.3 After more than 10 year in operation, Energy House 1 is experiencing maintenance and performance issues with its existing HVAC system. Over time, both testing methods and the technologies under evaluation have evolved. For example, the introduction of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs) has created new requirements for humidity control. The majority of work performed at Energy House 1 involves replicating outside temperature experienced during the UK heating season (-5 degC to +15 degC). Clients also express interest in performing research in extreme winter and summer conditions (-10 degC to +40 degC).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e9d8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077516-2025
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

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£222,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£222,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 1-2 years
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
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-finance@salford.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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