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title: "Closed Systems Water Quality Specialist"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0560c8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
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# Closed Systems Water Quality Specialist

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0560c8

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Closed Systems Water Quality Specialist," which was registered under the tender ID EC1062. This procurement initiative falls within the industry category of "Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services" and is specifically classified under "Repair and maintenance services." Located in Edinburgh, the procurement process reached the award stage on 30th March 2026, with the contract initially running from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd March 2028, and includes options to extend until 22nd March 2030. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, ensuring transparency and fair competition among bidders.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in water quality and maintenance services. Companies with expertise in technical testing and consultancy, particularly those experienced with closed-circuit water systems, are well-suited for such contracts. The successful bidder, Protech Heating Limited, reflects a robust demand for skilled suppliers with the capability and resources to provide comprehensive services such as water sampling, analysis, and chemical treatment. The necessity for suppliers to hold relevant competency, including accreditation from UKAS, ensures adherence to high-quality standards, creating competitive opportunities for businesses equipped to meet these requirements. Such contracts not only foster business development but also contribute to partnerships that deliver community benefits and sustainable outcomes over the contract duration.

## Notice

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a contractor for provision of comprehensive water quality sampling, analysis, reporting, and chemical treatment as required for all heating and cooling closed-circuit water systems within defined buildings across the University's campuses. The contract will support the University in meeting its regulatory obligations and maintaining safe, efficient operation across its closed water systems. The contract period is from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd March 2028, with two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 22nd March 2030 (2+1+1).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a suitably qualified, resourced and experienced Water Quality Specialist to provide sampling, analysis, reporting services and chemical treatment as required for all heating and cooling closed-circuit water systems within defined buildings across the University's campuses. The contract period is from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd March 2028, with two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 22nd March 2030 (2+1+1). The contract's scope covers the necessary maintenance services required to maintain water quality and prevent corrosion within heating and cooling closed-circuit water systems across the majority of the University's estate. This includes the annual services of water quality sampling, analysis, reporting, and chemical treatment (reactive services) to ensure that systems operate efficiently, remain compliant with relevant standards, and that the University's assets are protected from deterioration and corrosion.

Options: This contract will run for an initial period of 24 months. As detailed in the ITT, the University has the option to extend this contract by 2 periods of 12 months, potentially taking the contract to a total of 48 months.

Renewal: Retender process to begin nine months prior to expiry

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029124-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Nine months prior to expiry |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £731,684 |
| Lots value | £731,684 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £731,684 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PROTECH HEATING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 24962000 - Water-treatment chemicals
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services
- 90733000 - Services related to water pollution

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 13:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029124-2026
- 1 Dec 2025 at 10:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078360-2025
- 17 Jul 2025 at 08:02 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040709-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804324
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817066
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00107
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/81694471019ACB3D145C

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