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title: "Connection of Flax Place to the Leeds PIPES network"
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# Connection of Flax Place to the Leeds PIPES network

Buyer: LEEDS CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-91763c6a-ddd1-45a7-ad17-c397ae3a4ee2

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## Summary

This procurement process, led by Leeds City Council, was for the "Connection of Flax Place to the Leeds PIPES network," falling under the district heating industry category. It targeted multiple delivery locations, including the United Kingdom, the British Oversea Territories, and Europe. The procurement method was a direct award, with the procurement stage marked as 'award.' Key dates include the tender end on 18 July 2025, followed by the start of the contract period on 24 October 2025, and its completion slated for 13 July 2026. The total contract value was £289,436.37, awarded to Vital Energi Utilities Ltd, as announced on 10 November 2025.

This tender offers opportunities primarily for large businesses experienced in district heating and infrastructure projects. Smaller enterprises may have a chance to engage as subcontractors to larger suppliers. The direct award highlights the council's intent to expedite the project with a capable, prior-trusted supplier like Vital Energi Utilities Ltd, presenting opportunities for growth within similar frameworks or by partnering with the awarded entity. This project can boost growth for entities focusing on energy and infrastructure developments across the specified regions. Leeds City Council prioritised reliability and expertise, providing an ideal setting for entities with a substantial track record in similar projects.

## Notice

Connection of Flax Place to the Leeds PIPES network

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/240ad18f-319b-4a04-ae22-97798ebb36af |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2025 - 13 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £289,436 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEEDS CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 1UR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VITAL ENERGI UTILITIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

### Codes

- 09323000 - District heating

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2025 at 11:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/240ad18f-319b-4a04-ae22-97798ebb36af

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/240ad18f-319b-4a04-ae22-97798ebb36af
  10th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=96140&B=UK
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/104105
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.leeds.gov.uk/

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