Design and Build Contractor for PSDS3 Decarbonisation Works at Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot
South Oxfordshire District CouncilEstimated Value
Up to £1,284,476
Deadline
2 December 2025
Published
23 March 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
the Works for Option 1 will include: Verification of RIBA4 designs, Removal of the gas-fired boilers and vessels and associated works in the internal plant room. Installation of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) and associated vessels and equipment to provide Heating and Hot Water Services.
Removal and Replacement of Air Handling Units and removal of the rooftop chiller. Radiator Replacements.
Installation of Solar PV. All associated works and general building de-carbonisation measures.
Additional details
The Works for Option 2 will involve: Verification of RIBA4 design for Solar PV only. Installation of Solar PV and associated works. If option 1 is adopted, PSDS funding requires a "whole building" approach to the decarbonisation measures identified for the M&E Services upgrade, including all reasonable steps to reduce heating demand and minimise the total building energy use.
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Award Details
ASHE CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
£1,284,476
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South Oxfordshire District CouncilKey Dates
Published
23 March 2026
Submission deadline
2 December 2025
Notice type
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