---
title: "Ice Machine Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d8a7"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-03-12"
---

# Ice Machine Services

Buyer: SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d8a7

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## Summary

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for "Ice Machine Services," aimed at ensuring the ongoing maintenance and operation of ice maintenance machines across its facilities. Situated in Sheffield, United Kingdom (Region: UKE32), this contract falls under the goods category and was executed using an open competition method. The award for this contract was made to ProAir Engineers Limited, a Sheffield-based SME. The contract began on 9 March 2026 and is scheduled to end by 8 March 2029, with provisions for renewal extending up to 8 March 2031, reflecting a 3 + 2 years term. The contract, valued at £95,000 (gross amount of £114,000), was signed on 5 March 2026.

The tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in ice machine maintenance and repair services, particularly small to medium enterprises that can meet the rigorous technical and commercial criteria set. The contract prioritises technical solutions and social value (30%) alongside pricing (70%), offering a balanced framework for innovative service delivery. As the tender covered the repair and maintenance of catering equipment, the focus on continuous operation makes it ideal for companies with expertise in refrigeration services. Being local to Sheffield may offer additional logistical advantages, given the service needs across the Trust's facilities. Facilitated through the Atamis e-sourcing portal, previous stages highlighted the inclusion of SMEs, thus fostering growth within this sector and regional economic development.

## Notice

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust requires Ice Machine Services for the continued operation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment across Trust facilities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contracting Authority proposes to enter into Contract for a maximum period of 5 Years. The initial contract term shall be 3 years with the potential for 2(1+1) Years in Contract extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022246-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £85,000 |
| Lots value | £85,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £95,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2JF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PROAIR ENGINEERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 37481000 - Ice maintenance machines
- 50883000 - Repair and maintenance services of catering equipment

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2026 at 11:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022246-2026
- 3 Nov 2025 at 15:54 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070557-2025
- 3 Nov 2025 at 10:27 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070341-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022246-2026
  12th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070557-2025
  3rd November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070341-2025
  3rd November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://atamis-1928.lightning.force.com/lightning/r/ProSpend__Supplier_Documents_Folder__c/a0uSr000004xXs5IAE/view

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.sth.nhs.uk

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