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Planning

28 Jul 2026 at 10:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has announced a planned procurement for the installation of a new Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) system at the woodwork workshop in HMP Sudbury. This procurement falls under the category of 'Ventilation equipment' in the goods industry, with a total estimated value of £240,000. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with notices expected by 14th September 2026. The contract period is projected from 18th November 2026 to 31st March 2027, and the project is set to take place in the United Kingdom, specifically within the London locality. The procurement method adopted for this process is the open procedure, facilitating a transparent and competitive bidding environment.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses operating within the ventilation equipment sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to be accessible to such entities. Securing this contract could enhance a company’s portfolio with a significant project for a central government client, potentially leading to further opportunities within the public sector. Businesses with expertise in ventilation systems and a proven track record in managing government contracts may find this tender particularly align with their growth objectives.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Woodmill LEV System for Prison Industries Workshop at HMP Sudbury

Notice Description

Installation of a new LEV system and removal of the existing system in the woodwork workshop at HMP Sudbury

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d509
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071127-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42520000 - Ventilation equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Sep 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Nov 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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