---
title: "SU172(26) Energy Centre and Union House District Heat Network Connection Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b454"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SWANSEA UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-06-12"
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# SU172(26) Energy Centre and Union House District Heat Network Connection Works

Buyer: SWANSEA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b454

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## Summary

Swansea University is planning a procurement process for the "SU172(26) Energy Centre and Union House District Heat Network Connection Works," part of their decarbonisation programme at Singleton Campus. The project, valued at approximately £5 million, involves a significant upgrade to campus heat generation and distribution infrastructure through the installation of around 3MW of modular air source heat pump capacity. It falls under the construction industry category. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase with a two-stage tender process featuring an open, competitive procedure that includes early contractor engagement. Critical dates include the end of the tender period on 14th September 2026, with contract commencement slated for 18th October 2026, and completion expected by 31st October 2028.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in construction and sustainable energy solutions, to gain a foothold in major infrastructure updates and decarbonisation efforts led by academic institutions. Companies of varying sizes, including SMEs, are encouraged to participate, given the project's scale and the need for technical expertise in renewable energy installations. Engaging in such a project can strengthen a firm's portfolio in delivering energy-efficient solutions and contribute to long-term growth by establishing credibility in the sustainable construction industry.

## Notice

Swansea University is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified contractor to deliver works associated with the Energy Centre upgrade and new District Heat Network (DHN) connection to Union House, forming part of Swansea University's wider decarbonisation programme at Singleton Campus. The project comprises a significant upgrade to campus heat generation and distribution infrastructure, centred on the installation of approximately 3MW of modular air source heat pump (ASHP) capacity The project has been developed to RIBA Stage 3 with a fully coordinated design prepared to inform tendering and delivery. The works will be procured via a two-stage tender process, allowing for early contractor engagement during Stage 1 to support design development, buildability, programme optimisation and cost certainty ahead of entering a Stage 2 construction contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055836-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | 21 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SWANSEA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA2 8PP |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Sketty |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | TLL18 Swansea |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 14:52 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055836-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055836-2026
  12th June 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.swansea.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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