Closed Systems Water Quality Specialist

University of Edinburgh
Scotland
Open procedure
11 March 2026 to 18 February 2030

The contract covers sampling, analysis, and chemical treatment for heating, chilled water, condenser water, and steam-generating circuits across university campuses. The service requires adherence to strict regulatory obligations and technical standards, including the use of UKAS accredited laboratories for all microbiological and chemical analysis. Bidders must demonstrate technical competence in closed-system water management and provide valid calibration records for all testing equipment used on-site.

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Awarded value: £732k; As published
Published: 17 July 2025; Find a Tender
Awarded: 11 March 2026; Protech Heating Limited
Contract length: 47 months; Ends 18 February 2030

What the buyer is asking for

Provision of comprehensive water quality sampling, analysis, reporting, and chemical treatment services for closed-circuit heating and cooling water systems.

Lifecycle

Publishedon Find a Tender
17 July 2025
Contract awardedto Protech Heating Limited
11 March 2026
Contract starts
11 March 2026
Contract ends
18 February 2030

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How it compares

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Cite this contract

Link: https://bidskim.com/tender/361289/closed-systems-water-quality-specialist
Buyer reference: org-23
Open contracting ID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000804324
Source: Public Contracts Scotland
Last checked: 12 October 2026

University of Edinburgh. Closed Systems Water Quality Specialist. Contract award, 17 July 2025. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/361289/closed-systems-water-quality-specialist (accessed 12 October 2026).