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title: "PURCON 2159 - Installation and Comissioning of Additional Boilers (EF2) - AWARD"
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# PURCON 2159 - Installation and Comissioning of Additional Boilers (EF2) - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f2d518c5-8864-4456-89f4-e05534497603

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## Summary

The University of East Anglia (UEA), located in Norwich, Norfolk, has awarded a contract for the installation and commissioning of additional boilers at Building No. 54, known as EF2. This project falls under the mechanical engineering installation works category with CPV code 45351000. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded to Empower Services Ltd. The contract period runs from 28th July 2025 to 20th October 2025. The tender involved the removal and replacement of existing boiler plants with high-efficiency versions, including options for the installation of varying configurations of gas and electric boilers, in compliance with current regulations. The procurement was conducted via a non-standard method labelled "Other -".

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in mechanical engineering and boiler installation, particularly those adept in energy-efficient solutions. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, larger companies with expertise in large-scale boiler installations and district heating systems may find this project to be a suitable growth opportunity. As Empower Services Ltd has been selected as the supplier, this contract could also serve as a case study for businesses aiming to enhance their visibility and credibility in the utilities and infrastructure sector. Additionally, the broad geographic delivery scope, covering not only the United Kingdom but also British Overseas Territories, Europe, and beyond, highlights potential for companies with robust international operational capacities.

## Notice

Removal of life-expired existing boiler plant within EF2 (Building No. 54) and replace with new, high-efficiency versions, together with all associated plant, controls and equipment to connect to the UEA district heating system. All work should comply to current regulations Included in this tender is the requirement to provide options: - 1. For the installation of 2 new gas boilers 2. For the installation of 2 gas boilers and 2 electric boilers 3. For the installation of 4 new gas boilers

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b223518-794b-4b96-a111-ef1df0bd3603 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Jul 2025 - 20 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA |
| Locality | NORFOLK |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7TJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EMPOWER SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2025 at 07:32 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b223518-794b-4b96-a111-ef1df0bd3603
- 31 Jul 2025 at 07:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b223518-794b-4b96-a111-ef1df0bd3603

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b223518-794b-4b96-a111-ef1df0bd3603
  31st July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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