Award

Award of Upgrading of Communal Extract Fans in Mountain Halls Accommodation Buildings, Treforest Campus

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 May 2026 at 08:44

Tender

19 Mar 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of South Wales recently awarded a contract to ALPHA BUILDING GROUP LTD for the "Upgrading of Communal Extract Fans in Mountain Halls Accommodation Buildings at the Treforest Campus." This procurement falls under the works category, specifically focusing on ventilation installation work. The project was processed using an open competition method, below the threshold, and it was part of a larger tender process initiated on 19th March 2026. Located in Pontypridd, UKL15, the contract was signed on 8th May 2026, with the project expected to commence on 22nd June 2026 and complete by 31st August 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in ventilation installation, particularly those able to provide quality services at competitive prices, given the 60% weight for price in the selection criteria. It is an ideal chance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to collaborate with a prestigious institution like the University of South Wales. Businesses equipped to manage mechanical installations and fire protection services in educational facilities would particularly benefit from participating in similar tenders. The successful completion of this project could enhance a company's portfolio and reputation, leading to further opportunities in the public sector, especially under Welsh devolved regulations.

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Notice Title

Award of Upgrading of Communal Extract Fans in Mountain Halls Accommodation Buildings, Treforest Campus

Notice Description

The University of South Wales has awarded a contract to a partner to upgrade communal extract fans in our Mountain Halls Accommodation buildings. Works include the removal of existing extract fan units, installing new (as per the performance specification provided). The contractor shall supply, install, commission and hand over a new mechanical extract fan system. The works focus on renewing the fan equipment while retaining the existing ductwork wherever possible, to include any general making good (firestopping) around duct penetration points.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066f00
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042819-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

42520000 - Ventilation equipment

45331210 - Ventilation installation work

51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£141,516 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 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
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 1DL
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Treforest
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALPHA BUILDING GROUP

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