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PSDS Phase 3C - Decarbonisation Works Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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09 Feb 2026 at 09:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Sunderland City Council centred around the "PSDS Phase 3C - Decarbonisation Works Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens" project, categorized under the industry of works specifically involving solar panel roof-covering work. The contract encompasses the supply and installation of an air source heat pump-based heating system, including a contractor design portion for roof works. The project is located in Sunderland, and the procurement has reached the award stage, with completion noted on 9th February 2026. The contract, awarded to Oakes Energy Services Ltd, runs from 17th February 2026 to 12th May 2026. The procurement method involved limited competition, falling below the threshold for broader tender requirements.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in sustainable energy solutions and construction, particularly those that can provide innovative decarbonisation services. Companies focusing on renewable energy installations, such as air source heat pumps, or those with experience in contractor-designed construction projects, would find the tender a promising opportunity. Given the nature of the procurement, SMEs in the sustainable energy sector could benefit from engaging in this and similar future projects, supporting their business growth and contributing to local government sustainability initiatives.

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Notice Title

PSDS Phase 3C - Decarbonisation Works Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply and installation of an air source heat pump based heating system. The works contain a contractor design portion element relating to roof works prior to the installation of the air source heat pumps.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064ad3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011246-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£721,263 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 12 May 2026 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
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@sunderland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OAKES ENERGY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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