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Heat Network

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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17 Feb 2026 at 14:44

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has recently awarded a contract for a project titled "Heat Network" under the award and contract stage of the procurement process. This initiative relates to "Heat Network Ready Buildings" located in Exeter, United Kingdom. Construction work is the primary category of this undertaking. The procurement was conducted by direct award without competition below the threshold, and key dates include the contract signing on 14th July 2025, with the execution period spanning from 31st December 2025 to 1st June 2026. Ove Arup & Partners Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in London, was selected as the supplier for the project.

This project presents substantial opportunities within the construction industry, particularly for businesses specialising in sustainable infrastructure development and energy-efficient projects. The direct procurement method and the focus on heat networks suggest potential growth for firms adept in innovative solutions in construction and energy sectors. Companies with expertise in similar projects could leverage their capabilities to explore partnerships or subcontracting opportunities, fostering business expansion through participation in public undertakings. The successful engagement with the University of Exeter could enhance business portfolios and visibility in the realm of public contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Heat Network

Notice Description

University of Exeter Heat Network Ready Buildings

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06562e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014375-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,240 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Dec 2025 - 1 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-operations@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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