Tender

Replacement of AHU, Chiller and PV panel

BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

12 Dec 2025 at 14:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a central government public authority, is undertaking a procurement process to replace the Air Handling Unit (AHU), roof-mounted chiller, and Low Voltage (LV) panel at the Lewsey Road facility in Luton, UK. This tender, titled "Replacement of AHU, Chiller and PV Panel", involves ventilation and air-conditioning installation work. The process is currently active in the tender stage, with an open procurement method. Interested parties should note that the tender period concludes on 12th January 2026, and the enquiry period ends on 5th January 2026. The total estimated contract value is £540,000, with work scheduled to start on 12th February 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in the installation of electrical and mechanical equipment, particularly those specialising in air-conditioning systems. SMEs are encouraged to apply, aligning with the procurement method’s below-threshold open competition criteria. With a focus on price and quality, businesses with competitive pricing and high-standard installation services will be well-positioned to succeed. Participation in this procurement process can lead to significant business growth by establishing a contract with a prominent public sector client.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Replacement of AHU, Chiller and PV panel

Notice Description

The Trust requires a full replacement of the HSSD Air Handling Unit (AHU), the associated roof-mounted chiller, and the Low Voltage (LV) panel serving this system. The works include the safe isolation, removal, installation, testing, commissioning, and integration of all new plant and controls to ensure resilient, compliant, and energy-efficient operation. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Luton:-Ventilation-and-air-conditioning-installation-work./8PMMG6726Z To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8PMMG6726Z

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f4ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082517-2025
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

45331200 - Ventilation and air-conditioning installation work

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Bhabita Cowley
Contact Email
bhabita.oogarahcowley@bedsft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU4 0DZ
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
Poets
Westminster Constituency
Luton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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