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Blencathra Boiler

The University of Cumbria · Education

In brief

The University of Cumbria awarded construction and heating and plumbing work to Cumbria Mechanical and Plumbing Limited on 21 April 2026.

The notice gives a value of £250,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 2 months, starting 1 March 2026.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

What the notice says

The University of Cumbria are seeking a supplier for the Boiler Replacement Work at the Blencathra Building located at Fusehill Street, Carlisle Campus. The works required include the replacement of an existing boiler, controls, flue and associated mechanical services.

Who won

WinnerValueDates
Cumbria Mechanical and Plumbing Limited (SME)
6 bids received
£166,663
Awarded 26 February 2026
5 May 2026 to 30 June 2026

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 001034-2026
  2. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 033723-2026
  3. Contract details notice · UK7, notice 035876-2026
  4. Contract termination notice · UK11, notice 075795-2026

About the buyer

The University of CumbriaLast 12 months

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From notice 001034-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 7 January 2026, last updated 10 August 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.