DH1 & DH2 District Heating Network Merger

Buyer

University of Bath

Estimated value

Value not stated

Location

South West

Deadline

14 December 2026

Published

6 November 2026

Category

Heating works

Trade

Plumbing, heating and ventilation · Building repairs and maintenance · Construction and civil works

Suitable for SMEs

Not flagged

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In plain English

The University of Bath requires an engineering contractor to design and install a merger of two adjacent district heating networks on its campus, using DH1 as the main energy centre. Bidders must navigate a Competitive Flexible Procedure starting with an Expression of Interest, with installation planned to begin in July 2027.

Description from the notice

The University of Bath is seeking an experienced engineering contractor to design and deliver a solution to merge two adjacent district-heating networks: The project forms part of the University's developing estate-wide district-heating improvement programme. - DH1: 8 MW installed heating capacity, serving 14 buildings. - DH2: 1.5 MW installed heating capacity, serving 7 buildings. The proposed merger will create a single operating network, using DH1 as the main energy centre. The opportunity involves two stages: 1. Engineering Development: Investigations, design and development of the proposed solution, programme and installation costs. 2. Engineering Delivery: Installation, testing and commissioning of the agreed solution, subject to University approval. The University of Bath will follow a Competitive Flexible Procedure, comprising an initial Expression of Interest (EOI), supplier shortlisting, Request for Information (RFI) and subsequent competitive tender. Installation is planned to begin in July 2027. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Heating-works./KP3NJ9VVD8 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/KP3NJ9VVD8