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title: "Feasibility Study for a Geothermal Heating Solution at the Queen's Medical Centre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d2f0"
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buyer: "NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
published: "2025-10-24"
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# Feasibility Study for a Geothermal Heating Solution at the Queen's Medical Centre

Buyer: NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d2f0

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Feasibility Study for a Geothermal Heating Solution at the Queen's Medical Centre" has been completed, with Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust acting as the buying organisation. The contract was directly awarded to Vital Energi Solutions Ltd, based in Blackburn. The procurement sought services within the geothermal heating industry, located in Nottingham, UKF14 region. The award ceremony is scheduled for 6th November 2025, marking a key deadline in the procurement timeline. This contract, valued at £275,000, underlines the Trust's aim to assess the economic and technical viability of using geothermal solutions for their decarbonisation scheme, primarily driven by the need to mitigate project risk and ensure timely completion.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specializing in sustainable energy solutions, particularly those with expertise in geothermal technologies. It is ideally suited for SMEs capable of identifying and evaluating geological conditions for geothermal projects. Companies that can offer technical feasibility studies, risk management strategies, and adherence to strict timelines will find this contract valuable for growth. Engaging in such projects not only benefits environmental goals but also positions businesses at the forefront of innovative energy solutions within the public sector.

## Notice

The Trust is seeking to commission two feasibility studies from specialist geothermal well developers as part of Phase 4 of its Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme. The purpose of the feasibility studies is to assess the technical and economic viability of implementing a deep geothermal heating solution to meet the heat demand of the Queen's Medical Centre. The studies will evaluate the geological conditions beneath the hospital, identifying potential aquifers suitable for geothermal exploitation.

### Procurement Information

Minimising transfer of risk issues on the wider project. Alternative suppliers not a viable option.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068017-2025 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Nov 2025 - 15 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £275,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG5 1PB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Sherwood |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 79314000 - Feasibility study

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2025 at 07:19 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068017-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068017-2025
  24th October 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.vitalenergi.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/

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