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24 Jul 2026 at 08:31

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield City Council is inviting tenders for the project titled "Woolley Wood School Air Source Heat Pump Replacement". This involves the removal of outdated air source heat pumps and the installation of new ones at Woolley Wood School, located in the region coded as UKE32 in the United Kingdom. The project includes the construction of a new enclosure, acoustic fencing, a retaining wall with guardrail, and pedestrian access footpaths. The procurement falls under the industry category of mechanical installations and services, with a tender valued at £450,000 (excluding VAT). The procurement follows an open method below the threshold, with a deadline for submissions set for 24th August 2026, and the enquiry period ending on 14th August 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical installations, especially those experienced in heat pump technology and capable of delivering turnkey solutions within the public sector. Companies with expertise in delivering complex engineering projects in educational facilities will find this contract particularly suited to their skills. Furthermore, the procurement process is SME-friendly, opening a pathway for smaller businesses looking to establish a foothold or expand within the public sector market. The work is scheduled to commence on 4th January 2027 and conclude by 14th May 2027, providing a structured timeline for businesses to plan and execute their proposals effectively.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

WOOLLEY WOOD SCHOOL AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP REPLACEMENT

Notice Description

Removal of redundant air source heat pumps from the school roof and installation of new air source heat pumps and associated plant in a newly constructed enclosure. The enclosure includes contractor designed acoustic fencing. Externally a retaining wall with guardrail is to be constructed along with pedestrian access footpaths.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d2b5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070031-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

42511110 - Heat pumps

45350000 - Mechanical installations

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

50712000 - Repair and maintenance services of mechanical building installations

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

51120000 - Installation services of mechanical equipment

71333000 - Mechanical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2027 - 14 May 2027 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
SHEFFIELD CITY 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
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE32 Sheffield

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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