Tender Opportunity for Heating Contractor.
Milton Keynes City Council is inviting tenders for a full heating upgrade at Giles Brook Primary School in Milton Keynes. The works involve replacing gas-fired boilers and upgrading the heating distribution system within an operational school environment. The contract is valued at approximately £210,000 excluding VAT, with works programmed to run from mid-April to the end of August 2026, aligning with the school calendar where possible.
Key Dates
Tender submission deadline: 4 March 2026
Estimated start date: 17 April 2026
Estimated completion date: 31 August 2026
Contract duration: Approximately 4.5 months
Scope of Works
Removal and replacement of existing gas-fired boilers
Upgrade of the heating distribution system
Installation of new central heating equipment, including associated pipework and components
Heating works carried out within a live primary school environment
Compliance with site safety, safeguarding, and operational constraints
Ideal Contractor
Proven experience delivering heating and mechanical works in schools or similar public sector buildings
Strong technical capability in gas-fired boiler replacement and central heating installations
Ability to plan and deliver works within tight programmes and live environments
Experience working collaboratively with local authorities and occupied sites
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