Tender

Provision of a new boiler system in the Skiddaw Building at Fusehill Street Campus,Carlisle

THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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Tender

08 Jun 2026 at 13:23

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria is currently inviting tenders for the installation of a new boiler system in the Skiddaw Building at their Fusehill Street Campus, Carlisle. This procurement falls under the industry category of boiler installations, within the broader category of works. The process is in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 8th July 2026. The procurement method is an open competition, suggesting a transparent and competitive bidding environment. The project has an estimated value of £250,000, potentially increasing to £300,000 gross, with the contract period expected from 3rd August to 18th September 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in boiler installations and related sectors. Companies capable of providing high-quality installations, while remaining cost-effective, are well positioned to benefit. The evaluation criteria place a strong emphasis on quality (70%) over price (30%), suggesting that vendors with a focus on technical excellence and reliability may have an advantage. Small to medium enterprises with experience in government or educational infrastructure projects might find this tender particularly lucrative, providing a path to strengthen their portfolio and establish a foothold in public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a new boiler system in the Skiddaw Building at Fusehill Street Campus,Carlisle

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria are seeking a Supplier to install a replacement boiler in the Skiddaw Building on Fusehill Street Campus in Carlisle.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06afdd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053831-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

42160000 - Boiler installations

45331110 - Boiler installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 18 Sep 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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