Official UK procurement notice
Mechanical & Public Health Framework (MPHF) (2026-30)
Authority: University of Strathclyde (Education)
What is being bought5 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionThis Prior Information Notice (PIN) relates to a project to establish a Mechanical & Public Health Framework (MPHF) (2026-30) (UOS-42409-2026) at the University of Strathclyde.
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Lots and requirements (5)Procurement structure
5 lots · no lot values published · win at most 1 of themLot #1MechanicalPlanned
This lot will include, however, will not be limited to:
- heating systems: low temperature hot water (LTHW) & medium temperature (MTHW) systems / gas fired boilers & connections to district heating networks / energy-efficient upgrades & decarbonisation projects:
- chilled water systems: pipework distribution & terminal units e.g. FCUs (Fan Coil Units), AHUs (Air Handling Units) / cooling for IT rooms, laboratories & critical infrastructure:
- natural gas installations: incoming gas services / internal distribution systems / gas boiler servicing & repairs / safety systems & compliance upgrades:
- ventilation & ductwork systems: general ventilation & mechanical extract systems / specialist systems for laboratories (e.g. fume cupboards) / air handling units & associated ductwork; and
- thermal insulation: pipework, ductwork, & plant insulation / compliance with energy efficiency & sustainability standards / identification & remediation of insulation defects. Additional information: Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change.
Lot #2Public HealthPlanned
This lot will include, however, will not be limited to:
- domestic water services: installation, refurbishment, & maintenance of hot and cold-water services pipework / system balancing & pressure management / dead leg removal & system optimisation:
- water storage tanks: inspection, installation, replacement, and refurbishment of cold-water storage tanks:
- Legionella compliance (L8 works): temperature control measures & required system modifications:
- above & below ground drainage: installation, refurbishment, & maintenance of above ground & below ground drainage systems; and
- thermal pipe insulation: installation & upgrade of insulation on domestic water pipework / compliance with energy efficiency & condensation control standards / identification and remediation of insulation defects. Additional information: Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change.
Lot #3VentilationPlanned
This lot will include, however, will not be limited to:
- ventilation systems: design, supply, installation, & commissioning of ventilation systems / general repairs & modifications to both supply & extract systems for teaching, office, & laboratory spaces / mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) systems / upgrades to improve air quality and energy efficiency:
- ductwork systems: supply, installation & modification of ductwork systems / fire-rated & acoustic ductwork / air distribution systems & associated components:
- air handling & plant: supply & installation of air handling units (AHUs), fans, & associated plant / refurbishment & replacement of existing equipment / integration with existing systems & infrastructure:
- specialist ventilation (laboratories & critical spaces): supply, installation & modification of local exhaust ventilation (LEV) systems / supply & installation of ventilation for cleanrooms, workshops, and high-risk environments; and
- associated works: controls integration with Building Management Systems (BMS) / builders’ work and penetrations / testing, commissioning, & validation (e.g. air balancing, LEV testing). Additional information: Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change.
Lot #4Specialist Gases & Compressed Air SystemsPlanned
This lot will include, however, will not be limited to:
- specialist gas systems: design, supply, installation, & commissioning of laboratory gas systems, including oxygen (O₂), nitrogen (N₂), carbon dioxide (CO₂), hydrogen (H₂), argon (Ar), and other specialist/research gases / cylinder manifold systems & bulk gas storage / pressure regulation, changeover systems, & safety devices / medical & healthcare teaching gas systems (where applicable):
- compressed air systems: supply, installation & upgrade of compressed air systems / supply, installation & maintenance of compressors, dryers, receivers, & filtration systems / distribution pipework & outlets / oil-free & medical-grade compressed air systems:
- distribution infrastructure: internal pipework systems (copper, stainless steel, or specialist materials) / lab bench connections & service outlets / zoning, isolation, & emergency shut-off systems:
- controls, monitoring & safety: alarm systems & leak detection / integration with Building Management Systems (BMS) where applicable / compliance with relevant safety standards & pressure system regulations; and
- testing, commissioning & maintenance: pressure testing, purging, & certification of systems / planned preventative maintenance (PPM) & reactive works / system validation and performance testing. Additional information: Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change.
Lot #5Fume Cupboards & Safety CabinetsPlanned
This lot will include, however, will not be limited to:
- planned & preventative maintenance (PPM): routine servicing of fume cupboards (ducted and recirculating) / inspection of mechanical & electrical components / filter inspection & replacement (where applicable) / calibration of airflow monitors & alarms:
- statutory testing & inspection: thorough examination & testing of LEV systems / airflow measurement & containment testing / compliance with COSHH regulations & guidance from the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) / certification & reporting:
- reactive maintenance & repairs: fault diagnosis & repair of fume cupboards & associated systems / replacement of fans, dampers, controls, & sash mechanisms / emergency call-out services:
- system upgrades & refurbishments: refurbishment or upgrade of existing fume cupboards / energy efficiency improvements (e.g. variable air volume systems) / integration with Building Management Systems (BMS); and
- associated LEV systems: maintenance & testing of ductwork, fans, and extract systems / laboratory extract systems & specialist containment equipment. Additional information: Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change.
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How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
- “Mechanical & Public Health Framework (MPHF) (2026-30)” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.
Pipeline intelligence · planning stage: how this market runs before the tender is published
Construction work (CPV 45) in Scotland, and who usually turns up
University of Strathclyde has too little published record in this market to describe on its own. Published market evidence for the same work stands beside whatever it has. This notice is a framework or DPS, so only frameworks and DPS are compared. Whole-market view: Construction work (CPV 45) →
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Winners with a registered address in the delivery region, out of awards with a known address.
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A local branch does not count if the registered address is elsewhere.
No winner locations published for this authority. Local means a registered address in Scotland.
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How long buyers here take to decide after bids close.
Middle value in days from the deadline to the first award notice, on competitions that published both dates.
Only decided tenders count, so slow ones still waiting are not in.
Half of these awards were announced within 96 days of the bid deadline.
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1 bid13% / 6%
2–325% / 17%
4–625% / 28%
7+38% / 49%
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Lot #1MechanicalCPV 45000000Estimate not published
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1 bid6%
2–317%
4–628%
7+49%
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None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #2Public HealthCPV 45000000Estimate not published
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Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 324 past lots.
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1 bid6%
2–317%
4–628%
7+49%
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #3VentilationCPV 45000000Estimate not published
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The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 324 past lots.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid6%
2–317%
4–628%
7+49%
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Where the award price may land.
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Who has done similar work for this buyer.
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No earlier contract of this buyer matches this lot on the published record.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #4Specialist Gases & Compressed Air SystemsCPV 45000000Estimate not published
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The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 324 past lots.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid6%
2–317%
4–628%
7+49%
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Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
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Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
No earlier contract of this buyer matches this lot on the published record.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #5Fume Cupboards & Safety CabinetsCPV 45000000Estimate not published
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 324 past lots.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid6%
2–317%
4–628%
7+49%
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Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
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Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
No earlier contract of this buyer matches this lot on the published record.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
About this data
- Source. Official UK public procurement notices (Find a Tender), reused under the Open Government Licence v3.0. New notices arrive through the day; the figures are rebuilt nightly.
- Two views, kept apart. The authority’s own track record and the wider market for the same kind of work sit side by side and are never mixed. Where the local picture is too thin, a figure widens to a broader market and says which one it used.
- Forecasts are labelled. The price forecast and its range, possible competitors and the earlier-work matches are our estimates from past awards: not published facts, not win chances and not price advice. Official notices do not say who is bidding.
- Every figure shows what it rests on. Not every notice publishes a bid count, a value or a delivery region, so each figure carries the number of records behind it, and one built on few records is marked as such. The on a figure explains it; the counting rules are in the methodology. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record · publisher note attached- Legal basis
- CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
- Procurement category
- Works
- Notice status
- Planned procurement
- Procurement threshold
- Unspecified in notice
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Framework agreement
- Who may use this agreement
- Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Yes (GPA)
- Recurring procurement
- Unspecified in notice
- First published
- 15 Apr 2026, 08:29 BST
- Last source update
- 15 Apr 2026, 08:29 BST
- Authority reference
UOS-42409-2026- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-033972- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06826bFind a Tender
Publisher note: Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change. The University of Strathclyde may conduct further market engagement with interested parties. As such, all interested parties must register their interest no later than the 01 May 2026. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=826390. (SC Ref:826390)
How it was run
Official notice- Appointment period ends
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Timeline
15 Apr 2026 → 29 May 2026 · 2 dates- Notice published191 days ago15 Apr 2026, 08:29 BST
- Tender notice expected147 days ago29 May 2026, 00:00 BST
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