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30 Jul 2026 at 13:19

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process initiated by Torbay Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Torquay, United Kingdom, involves the decarbonisation works at the Torbay Innovation Centre, specifically the installation of air source heat pumps. The procurement falls under the 'works' industry category with a focus on construction work, identified by CPV code 45000000. This tender was conducted through a 'limited' procurement method due to being below the threshold for wider competition. Key dates include the contract being awarded on 24th July 2026, with works scheduled to commence on 31st August 2026 and conclude by 9th October 2026. This marks the awarding and contract stages of the procurement process, highlighting its completion status.

Murch & Baker Heating Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Totnes, was the successful supplier for this project. Opportunities for business growth are evident for companies in the construction and renewable energy sectors, especially those specialising in sustainable building solutions and installation of energy-efficient systems. Businesses with expertise in decarbonisation works, looking to establish a foothold in local government projects or to expand their project portfolio in the South West region, would have found this limited competition process advantageous. Collaborations with public authorities like Torbay Council can be significant for gaining visibility and credibility in the industry.

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Notice Title

CAP26094 Torbay Innovation Centre Decarbonisation Works

Notice Description

Decarbonisation works at Torbay Innovation Centre - installation of air source heat pumps

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d7bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072231-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£79,432 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Aug 2026 - 9 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TORBAY 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
TORQUAY
Postcode
TQ1 3DR
Post Town
Torquay
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK42 Torbay
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Torbay
Electoral Ward
Tormohun
Westminster Constituency
Torbay

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MURCH & BAKER HEATING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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