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title: "AW08 Heath Tower Building 2 Refurbishment of Chiller"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060a5a"
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# AW08 Heath Tower Building 2 Refurbishment of Chiller

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060a5a

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## Summary

Cardiff University, a sub-central government public authority, has completed the procurement process for the refurbishment of a chiller at the University Hospital Wales Tower Block 2. This project, titled "AW08 Heath Tower Building 2 Refurbishment of Chiller," falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance works related to plant and equipment. The procurement process has proceeded directly without competition, classified as below the threshold. The contract, valued at £93,485, was awarded to Terratherm, with the contract period set to commence on 3rd February 2026 and conclude on 20th January 2027. The project is located in Cardiff, Wales, and is subject to Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in repair and maintenance of plant and similar technologies, especially those with capabilities in handling equipment regulated for strict temperature and humidity controls. SMEs with expertise in HVAC systems, particularly those capable of operating within public authority frameworks or familiar with Welsh government regulations, would be well-placed to compete for such contracts. The project highlights the potential for fostering business growth through specialized services, emphasizing the importance of understanding regional legislative requirements and forming partnerships with local public authorities like Cardiff University.

## Notice

The Biological Services Unit (BSU) holding area within University Hospital Wales Tower Block 2 is regulated by the Home Office and must maintain strict temperature and humidity levels. To achieve these conditions, chilled water from the BSU chiller is supplied to the cooling coils on the Air handling units and fan coil units serving the designated area. The BSU chiller is covered under the SLA with Cardiff and Vale (C&V) Health Board, which includes all planned maintenance and remedial works up to a value of PS5,000. In accordance with this agreement, quotes were initially requested through C&V for the repair to be arranged via their incumbent supplier, Cooltherm. However, C&V have confirmed by email that they currently lack the capacity to manage this repair and advised that Cardiff University should organise the works directly. The chiller has suffered a complete failure and now requires a major overhaul or full replacement to restore operational capability. Cardiff University Estates have been advised that the BSU area will relocate, and this space will be handed back to Cardiff and Vale Health Board within two years. Once vacated, the area will no longer form part of the current SLA. Given this short-term use, the most cost-effective solution is to repair the existing chiller rather than replace it.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004990-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2026 - 20 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £93,485 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF24 4HQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TERRATHERM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant
- 50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2026 at 16:11 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004990-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004990-2026
  20th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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