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10 Aug 2026 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a competent contractor to supply, install, and commission a new cooling water chiller system for three autoclaves within the SSD/decontamination service. This procurement, titled "SSD Autoclave Cooling Water Chiller," falls under the works category with the primary industry classifications including the installation of pipe systems, electrical installation work, and installation work of cooling equipment. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with an open procurement method aimed at below-threshold open competition. The deadline for submitting enquiries is set for 24th August 2026, and the deadline for tender submissions is 7th September 2026. The contract, estimated between £50,000 to £60,000, will be conducted in Luton, within the UKH2 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender provides a valuable opportunity for SMEs specialising in cooling systems installation, electrical works, and pipe system setups to expand their business by engaging with a renowned public authority. Companies with expertise in managing and executing installation projects for healthcare facilities will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The procurement strategy underscores a 70% cost criterion balanced with a 30% quality criterion, making it appealing for businesses capable of delivering both cost-effective and high-quality solutions. Successful bidders will have the chance to foster a relationship with the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a central government public authority, potentially paving the way for future collaboration and business growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SSD Autoclave Cooling Water Chiller

Notice Description

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust requires a suitably competent contractor to supply, install and commission a new cooling water chiller system to support three autoclaves within the SSD / decontamination service. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Luton:-Installation-of-pipe-system./QP33TAN373 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/QP33TAN373

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e07c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075871-2026
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45231112 - Installation of pipe system

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45331230 - Installation work of cooling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
7 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Sep 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU4 0DZ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Poets
Westminster Constituency
Luton North

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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