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title: "HVAC and plumbing maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen"
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# HVAC and plumbing maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000789218

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen, a prominent institution governed by public law, has awarded a contract for a framework to carry out HVAC and plumbing maintenance at its Aberdeen campus located in the UKM50 region. The contract, titled "HVAC and plumbing maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen," falls under the education sector and involves services such as reactive, planned, and statutory maintenance of HVAC systems and plumbing. Initiated through an open procedure, the procurement process reached the award stage with the contract being signed on 23rd July 2025. The framework began on 1st August and is planned for an initial two-year period with an option for a further two one-year extensions based on annual reviews and mutual agreement.

This tender creates a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in facilities management, particularly those with expertise in HVAC system installation and maintenance or comprehensive plumbing services. The contract, valued at £800,000, was awarded to OCS Ltd, a large-scale enterprise, and Richard Irvin FM Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), suggesting that businesses of varying sizes could find successful opportunities within similar tenders. Companies with proven technical capabilities and competitive pricing will benefit, as these criteria constituted 60% and 40% of the tender's award criteria respectively. Ultimately, this framework offers a platform for businesses aiming to expand within the maintenance services sector, particularly focusing on educational institutions.

## Notice

Award contract for a service to cover reactive, planned and statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: HVAC General repairs on HVAC units and systems campus wide, Certified installation/replacement of HVAC units and systems, Carry out planned maintenance on all HVAC units and systems campus wide, Certified landlords gas safety checks (Domestic), HVAC duct cleaning campus wide, Certified inspection and testing on all HVAC units and systems, Responsibility for the upkeep of onsite F gas register, Occasional out of hours works required. Plumbing All aspects of plumbing maintenance. Toilets and drain blockages. Water temperature issues. Water pressure issues. Legionella inspections follow up works as per consultant recommendations. Planned maintenance works (annual - biannual) Externals - gulley cleaning around campus, Refurbishment priced works. Upgrade priced works.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Awarded contract for a service to cover reactive, planned and statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: HVAC General repairs on HVAC units and systems campus wide, Certified installation/replacement of HVAC units and systems, Carry out planned maintenance on all HVAC units and systems campus wide, Certified inspection and testing on all HVAC units and systems, Responsibility for the upkeep of onsite F gas register, Occasional out of hours works required. Plumbing All aspects of plumbing maintenance. Toilets and drain blockages. Water temperature issues. Water pressure issues. Legionella inspections follow up works as per consultant recommendations. Planned maintenance works (annual - biannual) Externals - gulley cleaning around campus, Refurbishment priced works. Upgrade priced works.

Renewal: It is anticipated that the Framework agreement will be effective from 1st August for an initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for two (2) further periods, each of 12 months subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539648 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | It is anticipated that the Framework agreement will be effective from 1st August for an initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for two (2) further periods, each of 12 months subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £800,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB24 3FX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | OCS; RICHARD IRVIN FM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 19 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539648
- 31 Jan 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522942

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522942
  HVAC and plumbing maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen - The framework contract will be for a service to cover reactive, planned and statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: HVAC General repairs on HVAC units and systems campus wide, Certified installation/replacement of HVAC units and systems, Carry out planned maintenance on all HVAC units and systems campus wide, Certified landlords gas safety checks (Domestic), HVAC duct cleaning campus wide, Certified inspection and testing on all HVAC units and systems, Responsibility for the upkeep of onsite F gas register, Occasional out of hours works required. Plumbing All aspects of plumbing maintenance. Toilets and drain blockages. Water temperature issues. Water pressure issues. Legionella inspections follow up works as per consultant recommendations. Planned maintenance works (annual - biannual) Externals - gulley cleaning around campus, Refurbishment priced works. Upgrade priced works.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539648
  HVAC and plumbing maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen - Award contract for a service to cover reactive, planned and statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: HVAC General repairs on HVAC units and systems campus wide, Certified installation/replacement of HVAC units and systems, Carry out planned maintenance on all HVAC units and systems campus wide, Certified landlords gas safety checks (Domestic), HVAC duct cleaning campus wide, Certified inspection and testing on all HVAC units and systems, Responsibility for the upkeep of onsite F gas register, Occasional out of hours works required. Plumbing All aspects of plumbing maintenance. Toilets and drain blockages. Water temperature issues. Water pressure issues. Legionella inspections follow up works as per consultant recommendations. Planned maintenance works (annual - biannual) Externals - gulley cleaning around campus, Refurbishment priced works. Upgrade priced works.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000789218
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html
- https://www.richard-irvin.com/

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