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30 Jul 2026 at 08:32

Summary of the contracting process

Perth & Kinross Council is seeking to appoint two qualified and experienced contractors for the replacement of central heating systems in domestic tenanted properties within the Perth & Kinross Council area. This procurement process, classified under the works category with a CPV code of 45331100 for central-heating installation work, is reaching its tender stage with an open procurement method. Important dates include the tender period closing by 1st September 2026, noon, with contract work expected to last 720 days, offering an optional extension of 12 months. This project has a projected total value of £4,700,000, and community benefits are a notable aspect of this requirement, providing suppliers a chance to deliver community benefits, which should be detailed during the tender period.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in central heating installations, particularly those with experience in managing a wide range of heating technologies such as gas heating, electric storage heating, and Air Source Heat Pumps. Companies with a proven track record in delivering large-scale contracts of similar complexity, capable of maintaining a consistent delivery rate of upgrades, will find this tender an attractive growth opportunity. The Council emphasises the importance of quality, allocating 60% of evaluation criteria to it, while price constitutes 40%, indicating a robust focus on service standards. Businesses with strong economic, technical capabilities and holding relevant certifications such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 will have a distinct advantage. With the requirement for contractors to furnish appropriate insurances, this tender caters to experienced businesses poised to enhance their portfolio in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

PKC13854 Central Heating Upgrades for Domestic Tenanted Properties

Notice Description

Perth & Kinross Council ('the Council') is seeking to appoint two suitably qualified and experienced contractors to carry out central heating life cycle replacement works on PKC's domestic tenanted properties. The works comprise of the like-for-like replacement of gas boilers and radiators, full gas boiler systems inclusive of radiators and pipework; replacement of electric storage and panel heating systems, as well as the replacement of existing storage heating, electric wet boilers, and solid fuel heating with Air Source Heat Pumps. This list is not exhaustive. The full scope of works will be set out in the Employer's Requirements within the tender documentation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Perth & Kinross Council ('the Council') is seeking to appoint two suitably qualified and experienced contractors to carry out central heating life cycle replacement works on PKC's domestic tenanted properties. The works comprise of the like-for-like replacement of gas boilers and radiators, full gas boiler systems inclusive of radiators and pipework; replacement of electric storage and panel heating systems, as well as the replacement of existing storage heating, electric wet boilers, and solid fuel heating with Air Source Heat Pumps. This list is not exhaustive. The full scope of works will be set out in the Employer's Requirements within the tender documentation.

Renewal: The contract will include an option to extend the contract for a period of up to 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d72e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072000-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45331100 - Central-heating installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 5PH
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

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