---
title: "Replace Chillers x 2"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059a0d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST"
published: "2025-09-15"
---

# Replace Chillers x 2

Buyer: MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059a0d

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## Summary

The Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust has initiated a procurement process to replace two chillers at Maidstone Hospital. This project, titled "Replace Chillers x 2," falls under the works category in the industry sector of installation work of refrigeration equipment, with an estimated value of £220,000. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with preliminary market engagement notices having been published on 15th September 2025. Key milestones include scheduled early engagement by 29th September 2025, followed by future notices expected by 30th September 2025. The procurement process is governed by the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023/54, with the contract period slated to run from 1st November 2025 to 31st March 2026. The location for the replacement work is specified at Maidstone Hospital, Kent.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in refrigeration equipment installation, particularly those experienced in handling large-scale projects within healthcare facilities. Given the nature of the contract, companies with a track record in completing critical infrastructure upgrades in a timely and cost-effective manner would be well-suited to compete. The project's value and scope may attract both small to medium enterprises aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector as well as larger corporations seeking to consolidate their position in the market. Early engagement is encouraged as a strategy to gain a competitive edge, allowing potential bidders to align their capabilities with the NHS Trust's requirements effectively.

## Notice

To replace the Chillier x1 serving John Day Ward, capacity 220KW. Location roof between plantrooms 2 and 3 Maidstone Hospital. And. to replace the Daikin chillier in Block L roof Maidstone Hospital 277KW

### Planning Information

early engagement notices

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056476-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME16 9QQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Barming Heath & Teston |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45331231 - Installation work of refrigeration equipment

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2025 at 10:00 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056476-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056476-2025
  15th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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