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title: "Feasibility Study for a Geothermal Heating Solution at the Queen's Medical Centre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d2f2"
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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-05d2f2

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Feasibility Study for a Geothermal Heating Solution at the Queen's Medical Centre" has been conducted by the Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust, headquartered in Nottingham, United Kingdom. The process reached the award stage on 24th October 2025 and follows a direct award procurement method aimed at minimising risk transfer. The buyer sought a specialist provider to evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of a geothermal heating solution at Queen's Medical Centre, with the process related to the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme. The contract for these services is scheduled to commence on 7th November 2025 and conclude by 15th December 2025. Vital Energi Solutions Ltd, located in Blackburn, has been identified as the successful supplier.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the field of renewable energy solutions. Companies specialising in geothermal energy and possessing the capability to conduct comprehensive feasibility studies would find this contract particularly suitable. While the primary award has been made, similar opportunities may emerge for consultancy firms and SMEs that can provide innovative solutions in the decarbonisation space. Businesses that can demonstrate technical expertise, and effective risk and project management strategies are well-placed to compete for such contracts, helping them expand their service offerings and establish a foothold in energy-efficient projects within the healthcare 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/068019-2025 |
| 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/068019-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068019-2025
  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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