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Underground Drilling Works

COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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19 Feb 2026 at 08:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, pertains to "Underground Drilling Works" and falls within the works category of industry. Located in Chester, United Kingdom, the procurement stage is complete, culminating in an awarded contract on 19th February 2026. The project, identified by ID0159, utilises a below-threshold procurement method, adhering to legal basis 2023/54. The contract began on 7th February and concluded by 18th February 2026. This presents Mole Utilities from Wirral as the awarded supplier following an active award status, showcasing a successful engagement in this procurement process.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in underground drilling works, particularly those positioned to provide strategic solutions beyond conventional tunnel and shaft operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises, similar to Mole Utilities, would be well-suited to compete, given their ability to meet specific project requirements efficiently. Businesses that can deliver focused expertise in specialised drilling operations within central government projects in the United Kingdom stand to benefit from engaging with similar future opportunities. By fostering partnerships and leveraging unique capabilities, firms can expand their influence and increase profitability in a competitive market.

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Notice Title

Underground Drilling Works

Notice Description

Underground Drilling Works - ID0159

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0657a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015027-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45221250 - Underground work other than tunnels, shafts and subways

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,626 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Feb 2026 - 18 Feb 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info@coch-cps.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTER
Postcode
CH2 1UL
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Upton
Westminster Constituency
Chester North and Neston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOLE UTILITIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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