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Invitation to Tender for a Replacement Boiler at Ystruth Primary School, Blaina

BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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22 May 2026 at 08:38

Summary of the contracting process

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is seeking tenders for the replacement of a boiler at Ystruth Primary School in Blaina, Blaenau Gwent. Classified under the "heating works" industry category, this project is part of the Council's infrastructure improvement efforts. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, having been initiated on 22 May 2026, with a submission deadline set for 22 June 2026. Completion of the contract is planned during the school summer holidays, running from 20 July to 31 August 2026. The project is being conducted under an open procurement method, allowing broad participation within a below-threshold competition framework. Interested parties can access tender documents via the EtenderWales portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the heating and central-heating installation sector looking to expand within the public procurement space. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to apply, as the contract's nature aligns well with the capabilities of such enterprises. With a gross contract value of GBP 180,000, the work demands efficiency and expertise, creating a growth path for companies that can demonstrate technical and commercial excellence. The contract's focus on a tightly scheduled delivery during school holidays makes it well-suited for businesses adept at managing time-sensitive projects. Additionally, the tender's balanced evaluation criteria of 50% technical and 50% cost ensure a comprehensive assessment of both quality and economic value, providing a fair competitive landscape for interested suppliers.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for a Replacement Boiler at Ystruth Primary School, Blaina

Notice Description

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council, hereinafter referred to as the 'Council', invites Tenders in accordance with the published ITT, client specification and contract terms and conditions, for a replacement boiler at Ystruth Primary School, Blaina, Blaenau Gwent. NB: this contract is time sensitive and must be completed during the forthcoming school Summer holiday period. Tenderers will be required to evidence that they are able to commit to this requirement. At the conclusion of the procurement exercise, it is the Council's intention to award a 7-week Contract for the boiler replacement works.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a054
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047529-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44621220 - Central-heating boilers

45232141 - Heating works

45331100 - Central-heating installation work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jul 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EBBW VALE
Postcode
NP23 6DN
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
TLL16 Gwent Valleys

Local Authority
Blaenau Gwent
Electoral Ward
Ebbw Vale South
Westminster Constituency
Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney

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