Tender

Pathology & Theatre Chiller Tender

BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

23 Feb 2026 at 19:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a contractor for the "Pathology & Theatre Chiller Tender" project, located in Luton, United Kingdom. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage and aims to replace failed chillers for Pathology and Theatre units within the hospital while enhancing cooling capacity and resilience. The works will require the design and installation of a specialist contractor-designed solution, scheduled to start on 27th April 2026 and conclude by 31st August 2026. Key deadlines include the enquiry period ending on 16th March 2026 and the tender submission closing on 30th March 2026. Being conducted under an open procurement method, this below-threshold competition is open for electronic submissions via the Delta eSourcing portal.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for contractors specialising in cooling and ventilation equipment, as well as installation work. Businesses that can offer a reliable and high-quality solution within a live hospital environment can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio in critical healthcare infrastructure projects. The procurement values criteria concerning price at 70% and quality at 30%, making it particularly attractive for SMEs capable of delivering competitive and high-standard services. Contractors adept in phased installation and coordination with clinical services are encouraged to compete for this tender. Such projects can enhance their reputation and visibility within the central government sector, with a total contract value of £700,000 GBP for this venture.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pathology & Theatre Chiller Tender

Notice Description

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust requires the replacement of failed chillers serving Pathology (Building 48/64) and Theatres 3 & 4 (Building 39). The project has been expanded to include increased cooling capacity and the formation of a fully interconnected chilled water network to enhance resilience for critical clinical services. All works must be undertaken within a live acute hospital environment without disruption to critical cooling services. The project will be delivered within a live acute hospital environment, requiring careful planning, phased installation, and close coordination with clinical services. The system will be procured as a specialist contractor-designed solution, based on a performance specification, with full responsibility for detailed design, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Luton:-Cooling-and-ventilation-equipment./XX7BP6P3R5 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/XX7BP6P3R5

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065a97
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016278-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

42500000 - Cooling and ventilation equipment

45331200 - Ventilation and air-conditioning installation work

45331230 - Installation work of cooling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 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
BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU4 0DZ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH21 Luton
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Poets
Westminster Constituency
Luton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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