Tender

Blencathra Boiler

THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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Tender

07 Jan 2026 at 12:16

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria, located at Fusehill Street, Cumbria, is seeking bids for a project titled "Blencathra Boiler". The procurement involves the replacement of a boiler, including controls, flue, and associated mechanical services at the Blencathra Building on the Carlisle Campus. This falls under the "Boiler installations" and "Boiler installation work" categories, with the procurement being managed via an open method under a "Below threshold - open competition" process. The tender, currently in the active stage, will close on 5th February 2026. The estimated contract period extends from 1st March 2026 to 30th April 2026. Interested parties can make submissions electronically via the provided platform. The total budget is cited at £300,000 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in boiler installations and mechanical services. Especially suited for companies with experience in public sector projects, this contract offers a balanced evaluation with 70% weight to the quality and 30% to cost. The project provides a platform for suppliers to demonstrate their expertise in the energy sector and expand their portfolio in central government contract work. Established firms with a robust track record in managing project timelines and delivering high-quality mechanical service installations would find this tender particularly attractive.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Blencathra Boiler

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria are seeking a supplier for the Boiler Replacement Work at the Blencathra Building located at Fusehill Street, Carlisle Campus. The works required include the replacement of an existing boiler, controls, flue and associated mechanical services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0600e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001034-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

42160000 - Boiler installations

45331110 - Boiler installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementteam@cumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

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