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Tender

07 Jul 2026 at 12:27

Summary of the contracting process

Walsall College, located in Walsall, England, is seeking to upgrade its campus lighting systems through a tender titled "CA17655 - Walsall College lighting upgrade". This initiative is classified under the industry categories of installation work of illumination and signalling systems, electrical installation work, and engineering and construction works. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure being employed. Prospective participants should be aware that the tender period concludes on 1st August 2026 at 17:00 BST, and the contract is set to run from 3rd August 2026 to 30th July 2027. Enterprises aiming to bid should register and access the opportunity via the MultiQuote platform, referencing ID CA17655.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical and lighting installations, particularly those experienced in deploying energy-efficient solutions and intelligent lighting controls. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find it advantageous, as the project is deemed suitable for such organisations. Participants in the process will be contributing to a project integral to the college’s capital investment programme, focusing on sustainability and improving learning environments. This could lead to future work opportunities within the education sector and related strategic endeavours in energy efficiency and infrastructure enhancement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA17655 - Walsall College lighting upgrade

Notice Description

Campus Lighting Upgrade project proposes a comprehensive replacement of legacy lighting systems with modern energy-efficient LED luminaires across campus buildings. The project includes upgrades to emergency lighting, installation of intelligent lighting controls and associated electrical testing and certification. The project forms a key component of the College's capital investment programme and supports strategic objectives relating to estate condition, sustainability, energy efficiency and the learning environment. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17655. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17655 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9ce4e66a-00fb-46f3-b9da-4a343bdb85a4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f9c378a-778b-4b8c-a01d-9fea37ddb500
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45316000 - Installation work of illumination and signalling systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 30 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WALSALL COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS2 8ES
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
Blakenall
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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