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title: "Feasibility Study for a Geothermal Heating Solution at the Queen's Medical Centre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d2f1"
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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-05d2f1

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust focuses on a feasibility study for a geothermal heating solution at the Queen's Medical Centre. The contracting authority has commissioned this study as part of Phase 4 of its Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme. This project falls under the services industry category and involves evaluating the geological conditions beneath the hospital for potential geothermal exploitation. The procurement was conducted through a direct award due to risk management considerations, with Vital Energi Solutions Ltd selected as the supplier. The award phase is pending, with the contract period commencing on 7th November 2025 and concluding on 15th December 2025. Key considerations include technical approach, risk management, timeline, and delivery strategy, with a milestone scheduled for signature by 6th November 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in renewable energy solutions, particularly those equipped to conduct comprehensive geological assessments for geothermal applications. The direct award method underscores the importance of expertise and reliability in executing complex studies with stringent timelines. Companies skilled in feasibility studies involving geothermal solutions, advisory services, and risk mitigation would find this an ideal opportunity to partner with a significant public authority like the Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust. The project contributes not only to potential energy solutions but also reinforces a company's credentials as a leader in sustainable energy initiatives.

## 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/068018-2025 |
| 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 07:20 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068018-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068018-2025
  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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