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NEB Air Conditioning Replacement

PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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17 Dec 2025 at 10:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "NEB Air Conditioning Replacement" contract was managed by Portsmouth City Council, a public authority operating within sub-central government. The contract involves the replacement of the air conditioning system on the second floor of the NEB, classified under the repair and maintenance services industry. Located in Portsmouth, UK, the contract went through various stages, with the award phase completed on 8 October 2025, and the service period active from 13 October to 10 December 2025. Although the procurement method details are noted as "Below threshold - unknown," the procurement has been concluded with an active contract awarded to Freeair Services Limited.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in air conditioning and other related maintenance services, particularly SMEs similar to Freeair Services Limited, a Hampshire-based supplier. Companies offering innovative solutions in repair and maintenance services can leverage such contracts to enhance their portfolio and gain access to public sector clientele. Engaging in contracts like these also allows businesses to showcase their expertise in delivering quality service within the specified timeframe and budget, thus expanding their foothold in the public procurement market. This particular contract, with a gross value of GBP 48,000, offers substantial revenue potential for eligible suppliers.

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Notice Title

NEB Air Conditioning Replacement

Notice Description

Replacement of the air condition system to the second floor of the NEB.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f777
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083673-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
12 Oct 2025 - 10 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2AL
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FREEAIR SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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