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AW08 Heath Tower Building 2 Refurbishment of Chiller

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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20 Jan 2026 at 16:11

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University, a sub-central government public authority, has completed the procurement process for the refurbishment of a chiller at the University Hospital Wales Tower Block 2. This project, titled "AW08 Heath Tower Building 2 Refurbishment of Chiller," falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance works related to plant and equipment. The procurement process has proceeded directly without competition, classified as below the threshold. The contract, valued at £93,485, was awarded to Terratherm, with the contract period set to commence on 3rd February 2026 and conclude on 20th January 2027. The project is located in Cardiff, Wales, and is subject to Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in repair and maintenance of plant and similar technologies, especially those with capabilities in handling equipment regulated for strict temperature and humidity controls. SMEs with expertise in HVAC systems, particularly those capable of operating within public authority frameworks or familiar with Welsh government regulations, would be well-placed to compete for such contracts. The project highlights the potential for fostering business growth through specialized services, emphasizing the importance of understanding regional legislative requirements and forming partnerships with local public authorities like Cardiff University.

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Notice Title

AW08 Heath Tower Building 2 Refurbishment of Chiller

Notice Description

The Biological Services Unit (BSU) holding area within University Hospital Wales Tower Block 2 is regulated by the Home Office and must maintain strict temperature and humidity levels. To achieve these conditions, chilled water from the BSU chiller is supplied to the cooling coils on the Air handling units and fan coil units serving the designated area. The BSU chiller is covered under the SLA with Cardiff and Vale (C&V) Health Board, which includes all planned maintenance and remedial works up to a value of PS5,000. In accordance with this agreement, quotes were initially requested through C&V for the repair to be arranged via their incumbent supplier, Cooltherm. However, C&V have confirmed by email that they currently lack the capacity to manage this repair and advised that Cardiff University should organise the works directly. The chiller has suffered a complete failure and now requires a major overhaul or full replacement to restore operational capability. Cardiff University Estates have been advised that the BSU area will relocate, and this space will be handed back to Cardiff and Vale Health Board within two years. Once vacated, the area will no longer form part of the current SLA. Given this short-term use, the most cost-effective solution is to repair the existing chiller rather than replace it.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a5a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004990-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant

50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,485 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2026 - 20 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Simone Croot
Contact Email
croots1@cardiff.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TERRATHERM

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