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Award

10 Jun 2026 at 13:16

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, managed by the University of Salford, involves the purchase and installation of electrical chillers for retail stores located within the university estate. Classified under the industry category of industrial freezers, this procurement falls within the region of Greater Manchester, UK (region code UKD34). The procurement method used was limited competition, identified as below threshold. The award for this tender was completed on 10th June 2026, with the relevant contract period running from 10th June 2026 to 22nd August 2026. A.F. Blakemore and Son Limited, identified as the winning supplier, is tasked with executing this contract.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in manufacturing and supplying industrial refrigeration solutions. Companies that are particularly adept at customising chillers to meet specific retail needs might find this tender especially beneficial for expanding their portfolio and client base. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like A.F. Blakemore and Son Limited, would be particularly well-suited to compete in such specialised competitions, taking advantage of public procurement opportunities to establish a strong market presence. Contracts like this allow businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality specialised goods within a set timeframe, highlighting potential competitive advantages in the market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Electrical chillers for retail stores

Notice Description

A replacement of chillers of various sizes are required in two retail stores across the University estate due to ongoing issues impacting performance and sales,

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b1e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054776-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39711124 - Industrial freezers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£78,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2026 - 22 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A.F.BLAKEMORE AND SON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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