--- title: "FA08-24 - Domestic Heating & Electrical Compliance" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066685" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-066685" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066685.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066685.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTHUMBRIAN WATER LIMITED" published: "2026-03-10" --- # FA08-24 - Domestic Heating & Electrical Compliance Buyer: NORTHUMBRIAN WATER LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066685 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-066685) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066685.json) ## Summary Northumbrian Water Limited is inviting tenders for two active service contracts focusing on domestic heating and electrical compliance, with a gross budget of £438,000. The procurement falls under private utility services, targeting the UKC region in the United Kingdom. The tender process is at the procurement stage, providing opportunities for suppliers to submit expressions of interest by 7th April 2026 and complete initial participation by 14th April 2026. The competitive procedure begins with an invitation to participate, followed by assessment to shortlist suppliers for lot-specific contracts starting 1st September 2026 and potentially extending until 2031. The procurement is classified under competitive flexible methods, requiring submissions through the Ariba portal. This tender opens several opportunities for businesses specialising in heating systems, electrical installation, and compliance testing. Ideal contenders will be those with capabilities in servicing, installing, and maintaining heating and electrical systems, offering remedial work, and addressing emergency and reactive repairs. The procurement procedure seeks SMEs that can fulfil both domestic heating and electrical compliance requirements, making it an excellent growth opportunity for firms looking to expand in the utilities service sector. The structured competitive process aims to involve suppliers with expertise and quality services, with key criteria weighted towards price and quality, ensuring both affordability and high standards within the service delivery. ## Notice Lot 1 - Domestic Heating, Fuel & Fire Safety Compliance The Contractor appointed under Lot 1 shall provide the following services: Annual Servicing & Certification 1. LPG / Gas Central Heating Systems * Annual servicing and safety inspection * Combustion analysis and operational testing * Issue of Gas Safety Record / CP12 certificate 2. Oil-Fired Central Heating Systems * Annual service and safety inspection * Burner, controls and flue inspection * Visual inspection of oil storage tanks and supply lines * Issue of annual safety certificate 3. Multi-Fuel Stoves & Solid Fuel Appliances * Annual service of appliance * Cleaning of combustion chamber * Flue and chimney sweeping * Smoke evacuation and draw testing * Carbon monoxide alarm testing * Issue of annual safety certificate 4. Fireplaces, Flues and Stoves * Inspection and testing for compliance * Certification of flues and liners where applicable B. New Installations & Replacement Works 5. Installation of new or replacement: * LPG / Gas central heating systems * Oil-fired central heating systems * Multi-fuel stoves and solid fuel appliances * Fireplaces, flues and chimney liners All installations must be fully commissioned, tested, and certified in accordance with current regulations. C. Reactive & Emergency Works 6. Emergency attendance and repairs including: * System failures * Suspected unsafe appliances * Loss of heating or hot water * Carbon monoxide incidents Lot 2 - Electrical Compliance The Contractor appointed under Lot 2 shall provide the following services: A. Electrical Safety * Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) * Periodic inspection and testing of domestic electrical installations * Reporting in line with BS 7671 * Identification of C1, C2 and FI observations * Remedial Electrical Works * Carrying out corrective works arising from EICRs * Certification following completion (EIC / Minor Works Certificate * Additional Electrical Compliance Checks (where applicable): * Consumer unit inspections * Earthing and bonding verification * Testing of fixed electrical equipment As above, for reactive works a 24/7/365 service is required. ### Lot Information Domestic Heating Domestic Heating, Fuel & Fire Safety Compliance The Contractor appointed under Lot 1 shall provide the following services: A. Annual Servicing & Certification 1. LPG / Gas Central Heating Systems * Annual servicing and safety inspection * Combustion analysis and operational testing * Issue of Gas Safety Record / CP12 certificate 2. Oil-Fired Central Heating Systems * Annual service and safety inspection * Burner, controls and flue inspection * Visual inspection of oil storage tanks and supply lines * Issue of annual safety certificate 3. Multi-Fuel Stoves & Solid Fuel Appliances * Annual service of appliance * Cleaning of combustion chamber * Flue and chimney sweeping * Smoke evacuation and draw testing * Carbon monoxide alarm testing * Issue of annual safety certificate 4. Fireplaces, Flues and Stoves * Inspection and testing for compliance * Certification of flues and liners where applicable B. New Installations & Replacement Works Installation of new or replacement: * LPG / Gas central heating systems * Oil-fired central heating systems * Multi-fuel stoves and solid fuel appliances * Fireplaces, flues and chimney liners All installations must be fully commissioned, tested, and certified in accordance with current regulations. C. Reactive & Emergency Works 6. Emergency attendance and repairs including: * System failures * Suspected unsafe appliances * Loss of heating or hot water * Carbon monoxide incidents Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. Renewal: Initial term 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years (maximum contract length 5 years in total). Electrical Compliance A. Electrical Safety * Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) * Periodic inspection and testing of domestic electrical installations * Reporting in line with BS 7671 * Identification of C1, C2 and FI observations * Remedial Electrical Works * Carrying out corrective works arising from EICRs * Certification following completion (EIC / Minor Works Certificate) * Additional Electrical Compliance Checks (where applicable): * Consumer unit inspections * Earthing and bonding verification * Testing of fixed electrical equipment For reactive works a 24/7/365 service is required. Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. Renewal: Initial term 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years (maximum contract length 5 years in total). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021419-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £365,000 | | Lots value | £365,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIAN WATER LIMITED | | Locality | PITY ME | | Post town | Durham | | Postcode | DH1 5FJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham | | Local authority | County Durham | | Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall | | Westminster constituency | City of Durham | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45232141 - Heating works - 50531200 - Gas appliance maintenance services - 50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations - 50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating - 71314100 - Electrical services - 71632000 - Technical testing services ## Release History - 10 Mar 2026 at 15:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021419-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021419-2026 10th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://s1.ariba.com ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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