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Biomass Boiler System for Prison Industries Workshop at HMP The Verne

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Planning

28 Jul 2026 at 10:27

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice is planning a procurement process titled "Biomass Boiler System for Prison Industries Workshop at HMP The Verne," focusing on the goods industry category within the United Kingdom. This procurement is currently in the planning stage, with significant activities to be expected soon. An open tender is expected to be published for this contract, with the official notice likely to be available by 4th September 2026. The project involves the supply and installation of a new biomass boiler system at a woodwork workshop, bearing an estimated gross value of £420,000. The contract period is set from 2nd November 2026 to 31st March 2027, with additional classifications under the CPV codes for boilers and heating equipment.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the heating equipment and boiler manufacturing industries, particularly those specialising in biomass systems. With the procurement method being open, it allows a wide range of eligible suppliers, including SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), to participate. The large contract value and central government association underscore potential growth prospects for businesses looking to establish or expand their services within public sector projects. Organisations with expertise in sustainable energy solutions and compliance with public procurement regulations could find ample scope for growth through competing for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Biomass Boiler System for Prison Industries Workshop at HMP The Verne

Notice Description

Supply and installation of a new biomass boiler system in the woodwork workshop at HMP The Verne

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d50c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071130-2026
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £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
4 Sep 20265 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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