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LTHW Connections & LTHW Heat Exchanger

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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26 Mar 2026 at 15:39

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter, a sub-central government public authority, recently awarded a contract for the "LTHW Connections & LTHW Heat Exchanger" project to INTOHEAT LIMITED. This procurement process falls under the engineering and construction works category and will take place primarily within the United Kingdom. Though the tender has reached the award stage as of 26th March 2026, the contract was signed on 3rd July 2025 and is set to conclude by 31st March 2026. Using a limited competition method due to being below threshold, this award marks the completion status of a crucial works project involving infrastructure enhancements like welded pipework, heat exchangers, pumps, and BMS controls. The total contract value is £259,695.60.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering works and construction, especially those with expertise in heat exchangers, FCUs, BMS controls, and associated components. Companies similar in profile to INTOHEAT LIMITED, which is an SME located in Bristol, could find competing for such projects lucrative, enabling growth through public sector partnerships. Engaging in such procurement processes can bolster a firm's portfolio and reputation, particularly those capable of delivering complex, automated control systems and infrastructure improvements within the specified timeframe and budget. Suitable candidates would be enterprises adept in offering comprehensive construction solutions and possessing robust project management capabilities.

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Notice Title

LTHW Connections & LTHW Heat Exchanger

Notice Description

Main welded pipework run Including additional spare valves. LTHW connections to individual PHEXs and FCUs, including new automatic control valves. LTHW Heat Exchanger, Pumps, Pressurisation, Filtering, BMS controls and wiring

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067586
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028084-2026
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

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£259,695 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20259 months ago
Contract Period
3 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 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 EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
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

INTOHEAT

Further Information

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