---
title: "District Heating Network (DHN) - LTHW Secondary Side Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05aa9e"
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buyer: "RDUH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-10-08"
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# District Heating Network (DHN) - LTHW Secondary Side Works

Buyer: RDUH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05aa9e

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## Summary

The RDUH NHS Foundation Trust is calling for tenders for the project titled "District Heating Network (DHN) – LTHW Secondary Side Works". This involves the construction of a Low Temperature Hot Water Spine and amendments to mechanical plant systems at the Wonford and Heavitree sites. Located in Exeter, United Kingdom, this procurement falls under the construction industry category. The process is currently active and at the tender stage, employing an open competitive procedure. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 3rd November 2025, with the enquiry period closing on 24th October 2025. The project has a total estimated gross value of GBP 21.6 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those with expertise in mechanical systems and district heating networks. The project scope is substantial, presenting opportunities for growth and expansion due to the project's scale and the financial value of GBP 18 million. The suitability for SMEs indicates that smaller enterprises with relevant skills and previous experience in similar projects may find this tender an ideal opportunity to enhance their portfolio. Engaging with this project could also open doors to future collaborations with the NHS and other public authorities.

## Notice

Works to create a Low Temperature Hot Water Spine and associated amendments to Secondary Side Mechanical Plant and AHUs to support connection to Off Site Heat Network at RDUH Wonford and Heavitree sites.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063319-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Nov 2025 - 30 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000,000 |
| Lots value | £18,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RDUH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 5DW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2025 at 13:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063319-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063319-2025
  8th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=98748&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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