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The Development of a Feasibility Study to Assess EV Refuelling across Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Warrington

ENTERPRISE CHESHIRE AND WARRINGTON

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Summary of the contracting process

Enterprise Cheshire and Warrington (ECW), in collaboration with the local authorities of Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire East, and Warrington, is seeking consultants to conduct a feasibility study for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure on Council-owned land across these regions. This initiative is part of the councils' drive towards achieving their Net Zero targets and enhancing the availability of EV charging stations, with focus on sites strategically located near major road networks. The procurement falls under the "Business services" category (CPV: 79000000) and follows an open procedure, below threshold. Key dates include the tender closing on 5th August 2025 and the contract commencing on 12th August 2025, lasting until 12th November 2025. The initiative is integral to Cheshire's sustainability and transport strategies, aiming for regional development in line with EV infrastructure expansion.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consulting, infrastructure planning, and sustainable transport solutions, particularly those focusing on electric vehicle charging amenities. SMEs and VCSEs will find this particularly appealing as the procurement process is open to them, providing a chance to participate in a project aligned with the rapidly growing EV market. Companies that can offer innovative solutions for technical and practical challenges of EV infrastructure will be poised to benefit from this investment into one of the UK's most dynamic economic regions, thereby facilitating further business growth and exposure in the North West.

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Notice Title

The Development of a Feasibility Study to Assess EV Refuelling across Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Warrington

Notice Description

Cheshire and Warrington is one of the UK's economic success stories and the most productive economy in the North of England. Enterprise Cheshire and Warrington (ECW), a council-owned organisation, works alongside elected leaders to make the region the healthiest, most sustainable, inclusive, and growing place in the country. We collaborate with the three local councils, industry leaders, and community partners to shape economic and transport strategies, deliver skills training and business support, and ensure that the voice of business is heard in local decision-making. Through its Marketing Cheshire division, ECW also champions the region as an outstanding place to live, work, invest, study, and visit. Working in collaboration with local government, businesses, educational institutes and other public, private and community sector organisations, we keep Cheshire and Warrington firmly on the map. Enterprise Cheshire and Warrington (ECW), in partnership with the three local authorities (Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire East, and Warrington), is commissioning a feasibility study to explore the potential for electric vehicle (EV) charging on Council-owned land. As each local authority are progressing towards their respective Net Zero targets, there is an increasing need to understand how best to support the electrification of Council fleets and freight vehicles, including heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). These sites all present strategic importance, all within close proximity to major road networks, nearby to service stations, and areas with high business activity. This feasibility will therefore seek to support the Local Authorities in their ambition to expand the EV charging infrastructure availability in the subregion to expand EV usage. The purpose of this study is to assess the technical and practical viability of EV charging infrastructure across the pre-identified sites, considering space requirements, grid capacity and necessary infrastructure, planning constraints, wider operational needs and forecast demand patterns within the individual sites. In doing so, the outcome will be a robust strategic evidence base with a set of recommendations to inform future investment decisions, ensuring that infrastructure development is aligned with local transport strategies and net zero goals. This work builds on current EV project and local authority climate and EV strategies. These projects include the delivery of LEVI and ZEBRA funding to accelerate uptake of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). These existing initiatives have supported the installation of public charging points and fleet electrification, such as the ZEBRA-funded Warrington Own Buses which are now operational. ECW are therefore looking to appoint consultants to collaborate with Local Authority partners to support further EV development across the subregion. The contract is expected to commence Tuesday 12th August

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e4fcb66-a4bc-4d50-8777-988c7ec8d242
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40c2fe70-2087-4ae6-9512-1971bf31e4ba
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Aug 2025 - 12 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENTERPRISE CHESHIRE AND WARRINGTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINSFORD
Postcode
CW7 1AH
Post Town
Crewe
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Winsford Dene
Westminster Constituency
Mid Cheshire

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