Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Maintenance

Derbyshire Support And Facilities Services Limited is seeking a contractor for the maintenance and servicing of air conditioning units, cold rooms, chillers, DX units, and VRF systems. The contract, identified by solicitation number C404943, is based in the East Midlands of England and has an estimated total value of 296,868 GBP excluding VAT. While the initial estimated term runs from November 29, 2026, to November 30, 2027, the agreement allows for extensions of 2+2 years, potentially extending the total contract duration to 72 months ending November 30, 2031. The award is based on an open procedure using a weighted scoring system that emphasizes quality, specifically evaluating Risk Assessments and Method Statements at 15% and company structure at 10%. The scope of work requires the contractor to provide technical expertise, breakdown services, and specialized processes for accessing critical areas such as theatres and pharmacy production. Bidders must demonstrate their technical ability through previous experience in hospital environments and align their proposals with the government's Social Value Model. This procurement is noted as particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. Performance monitoring will be conducted via key performance indicators to determine the exercise of contract extensions and additional purchases. All tenders must be submitted electronically in English by the deadline of November 22, 2026.