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22 Jul 2026 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Harris Federation, based in Croydon, is launching a procurement process titled "Peckham - Distribution board replacements", aiming to replace electricity distribution boards. This tender falls under the industry category of "Electricity distribution and control apparatus" with a CPV code of 31200000. The procurement method is an open procedure, suitable for projects below the financial threshold, ensuring broad competition. The tender is active and has been initiated on 22nd July 2026; interested parties must submit their bids by the closing deadline on 14th August 2026. The contract will take place in London, United Kingdom, and will run from 24th August 2026 to 2nd September 2026.

With a contract valued at £150,000, this procurement offers significant opportunities for SMEs looking to expand within the works category. Companies specialising in electrical distribution solutions, including manufacturing distribution equipment or systems, will find this tender particularly relevant. The process encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises, helping them to compete on a level playing field and potentially secure a foothold in public sector contracts. Interested businesses need to ensure submission of all necessary documentation by the tender's closing date to compete effectively for this opportunity. The main contact point for enquiries is the Harris Federation's procurement team, who can be reached through their website or directly via email.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Peckham - Distribution board replacements

Notice Description

As detailed in tender documents

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e098e207-7cd3-48cb-abd2-3d192bae6687
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7eecca2c-395e-40dd-b7be-246bb2fb726f
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus

31213000 - Distribution equipment

31213400 - Distribution system

31214510 - Distribution switchboards

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 2 Sep 2026 30 days
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
HARRIS FEDERATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 2RD
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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