Planning

Electric Vehicle Rapid Charging Hubs

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

04 Apr 2022 at 19:19

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London (TfL) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the "Electric Vehicle Rapid Charging Hubs," which falls under the electricity industry category. This initiative aims to expand rapid charging infrastructure in London and is part of several key programmes tied to the Mayor’s Transport Strategy. Key dates include an engagement end date on 22 April 2022, with a tender value estimated at £10 million. Businesses interested in this opportunity are encouraged to submit responses to a Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ) by 17:00 on the same date.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the electrical machinery, engineering, and construction sectors, particularly those specialising in electric vehicle technologies and infrastructure deployment. Companies that can deliver installation services, operate electrical systems, or provide maintenance support for rapid chargers would be especially well-suited to participate. Engaging in this early market consultation could enable businesses to collaboratively influence and benefit from the development of this innovative infrastructure in London.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Electric Vehicle Rapid Charging Hubs

Notice Description

Transport for London (TfL) is undertaking an early market engagement exercise, via the publication of a Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ), to gauge interest from the sector on a collaborative approach to deploying Electric Vehicle Rapid Charging Hubs. The Mayor has tasked TfL with facilitating the roll-out of EV charge points in London, in line with commitments embedded in the Mayor's Transport Strategy. This has led to the development of four key Programmes (TfL's Rapid Charging Programme, Go-Ultra Low City Scheme, Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Delivery (EVID) Plan and Electric Vehicle Rapid Charging Hubs) to ensure that all charging speeds and EV use cases are accounted for. The Electric Vehicle Rapid Charging Hub programme is a first-of-its-kind within TfL and aims to invest in the deployment and operation of rapid charging hubs on TfL's property estate for commercial benefit. The Programme differs from previous work as hub sites are based off-street and should aim to host a minimum of six rapid chargers (>50kW, with a preference for high-powered (~150kW) equipment), as well as retail and welfare facilities. The Programme is also focussed on increasing TfL's involvement across the supply and delivery chain, with the intent to invest in the development of sites and derive long-term revenue from the operation of the infrastructure. To date, the TfL Commercial Development team has assessed ~10,000 TfL sites to determine their feasibility to accommodate a 'Minimum Value Proposition' of at least six rapid chargers, waiting bays and basic retail and welfare facilities. The technical and commercial feasibility of the most attractive sites has also been rigorously tested against expected future demand for rapid charging, power availability and practical constraints, such as planning, traffic considerations and legal rights. Through this process a long list (currently 248; constantly evolving) of sites have been identified as potentially feasible and a high priority for EV Hub development. In a first tranche, TfL is proposing to develop up to three sites, ranging in size from small (eight charging bays) to large (twenty charging bays). These sites have undergone extensive feasibility work and have been designed up to RIBA Stage 2 with support from external consultants. The initial deployment will act as a 'proof-of-concept' to provide TfL with confidence to take on a larger role in EV hub deployment with a continuous and growing pipeline of hub projects. Please use the link to access the Microsoft Form and submit your MSQ response by 17:00, 22 April 2022. https://forms.office.com/r/t1CerK4k0R If you have any questions regarding this PIN please contact us via the portal - https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=ccfd700b-8fb1-ec11-8113-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb893008-7acd-420d-8e51-90fd03180123
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

65 - Public utilities

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

09310000 - Electricity

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34144900 - Electric vehicles

50230000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to roads and other equipment

51140000 - Installation services of engines

65320000 - Operation of electrical installations

71323100 - Electrical power systems design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Apr 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Apr 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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