Construction Contract Leads
United Kingdom
Category Works
Type Tender
No. of Lots 1
Status Active
Published 27th Aug 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-06ee0a |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | Air-conditioning installations |
| Procurement Method | Below threshold - open competition |
| Value | £50,000 |
United Kingdom
Category Works
Type Tender
No. of Lots 1
Status Active
Published 27th Aug 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-06ee0a |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | Air-conditioning installations |
| Procurement Method | Below threshold - open competition |
| Value | £50,000 |
Scope
Reference
N/A
Description
The Borough Council of Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking a provider for the installation of new air conditioning at its Knutton Lane, Depot Works, ST5 2SL. The proposal allows for the installation of external condensing units as follows:
> Three units mounted at high level on the Fire Station side.
> One unit mounted at the rear of the building.
> One unit mounted on the opposite side of the building.
> Remaining units mounted at low level adjacent to the generator at the front of the building, providing discreet positioning and ease of maintenance access.
> Protective security cages can be provided if required.
Total value (estimated)
- 拢50,000 excluding VAT
- 拢60,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 11 November 2026 to 11 December 2026
- Possible extension to 18 December 2026
- 1 month, 8 days
Description of possible extension:
A short extension has been allowed to allow for any installation delays.
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 42512000 - Air-conditioning installations
- 45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Conditions of participation
Contained within the Invitation to Tender Documents.
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
14 September 2026, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
22 September 2026, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knutton Lane Depot - Installation of New Air Conditioning | The tender price accounts for 50% of the overall score. When the total cost of each bid has been established these costs should be converted to a score of 100. All other bids should be scored using... the formula: Bid鈥檚 score = 100 x (lowest cost / this cost) | Price | 50.00% |
| Knutton Lane Depot - Installation of New Air Conditioning | > Bidders are requested to provide a clear and concise method statement for the delivery of the project clearly demonstrating how the will act within the confines of a working environment and offer... compliance with the Borough Council Knutton Lane Health and Safety - (weighting - 30%). > Bidders are requested to provide details of their experience in delivering similar projects - (weighting - 30%). > Bidders are requested to provide details of technical compliance (e.g. qualification and accreditations obtained by both the company and its installation team) - (weighting - 20%). > Bidders are requested to provide a detailed timetable for delivery of the project - (weighting - 20%) | Quality | 50.00% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
Invitation to Tender Part 1 - Installation of Air Conditioning (Knutton Lane)
Invitation to Tender Part 2 - Installation of Air Conditioning (Knutton Lane)
Installation of Air Conditioning (Knutton Lane) - Visitor and Contractor Safety Guide (Knutton Lane Depot)
Draft Goods & Supporting Services Contract - Installation of Air-Conditioning - Knutton Lane Depot.
Contracting authority
The Borough Council of Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCMC-9688-NYYX
Castle House
Newcastle-under-Lyme
ST5 1BL
United Kingdom
Contact name: David Cartwright
Telephone: 01782 742651
Email: david.cartwright [at] newcastle-staffs.gov.uk
Website: /
Region: UKG24 - Staffordshire CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government