This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Summary of the contracting process

Hillcrest, a central purchasing body located in Dundee, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "PR/R043 Communal Heating Replacement 53-55 London Road, Edinburgh," under the industry category of housing and community amenities. The procurement method applied was an open procedure, which is part of the works category. The tender, which focused on upgrading the communal heating system plant, has progressed from the tender stage with an award made to Express Heating Co. Ltd. This process was initiated on 31st March 2026 and culminated in the contract being signed and activated on 19th June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the heating installation and maintenance industry, particularly those with experience in handling large-scale communal heating systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Express Heating Co. Ltd, which successfully secured the contract valued at £109,571, can leverage this opportunity to grow their business footprint. Companies with the appropriate certifications, such as Gas Safe Registration, and those capable of participating in electronic submission processes, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future procurements. The emphasis on community benefits further strengthens the appeal for businesses aiming to contribute positively to societal and environmental goals.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PR/R043 Communal Heating Replacement 53-55 London Road, Edinburgh

Notice Description

Upgrade of Communal Heating System Plant

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000828128
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558314
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45248000 - Construction work for hydro-mechanical structures

45333000 - Gas-fitting installation work

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£109,571 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
3 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HILLCREST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD2 1EG
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Lochee
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EXPRESS HEATING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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