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SC250082 - Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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25 Nov 2024 at 12:20

Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council (KCC) has initiated the tender process for the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) project, aimed at installing a network of electric vehicle chargers across Kent to support the transition to zero emission vehicles. This procurement is classified under the industry category of "Chargers" (CPV code 31158000) and falls under the Goods procurement category. The project is in the tender stage, with electronic submissions expected by 12:00 PM on 3rd January 2025, and selected invitations scheduled to be sent on 3rd February 2025. The chosen supplier will enter a 20-year Concession Contract, with the installation of charge points occurring over the first 10 years, aiming to meet the indicative targets of 4,000 sockets by 2030 and 10,000 by 2035.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electric vehicle charging infrastructure and related installation services. By participating in this project, businesses can expand their market presence and contribute to the growing demand for electric vehicle charging solutions. The project seeks a private sector charge point operator to partner with KCC, providing a reliable, high-quality on-street charge point network, particularly for residential areas lacking home charging capabilities. The procurement method is a competitive procedure with negotiation, suited for companies that can meet technical and economic selection criteria. This initiative not only facilitates business growth but also aligns with environmental goals, offering long-term revenue generation potential.

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Notice Title

SC250082 - Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

Notice Description

The Kent County Council (KCC) wishes to invite suppliers to tender for the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) project. In line with Government plans to decarbonise transport and end the sale of petrol and diesel cars, Kent County Council is preparing the network for zero emission vehicles and in doing so supporting the ambition to reach net zero by 2050.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Kent County Council (KCC) wishes to invite suppliers to tender for the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) project. In line with Government plans to decarbonise transport and end the sale of petrol and diesel cars, Kent County Council is preparing the network for zero emission vehicles and in doing so supporting the ambition to reach net zero by 2050. In March 2022 the Government published Taking charge: the electric vehicle infrastructure strategy which outlined their intention that Local Authorities should play a leading role in ensuring equitable access to Electric Vehicle Charge Points (EVCP) in their localities. This was followed up in 2023 when the Government launched the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund, which was designed to help deliver a step change in the deployment of local, primarily low power, on-street charging infrastructure to accelerate the commercialisation of, and investment in, the local charging infrastructure sector. The LEVI fund is administered by the Office of Zero Emissions Vehicles (OZEV), who want to see Tier 1 Authorities enabling charging for those in most need. In the current landscape of electric vehicle (EV) charging, OZEV have made it clear that the primary focus should be on existing residential properties without the ability to charge their vehicles at home. The Council will work with a private sector charge point operator (CPO) to develop a reliable and high-quality public on-street charge point network. This will enable equal levelling up across the county by providing the infrastructure needed for the residents of Kent to make the switch to EVs, particularly for those without the ability to charge at home. The Individual Contract will be a Concession Contract with a contractual term of 20 years. The Supplier will work with the Customer to plan and deliver a network of primarily standard speed (3.7 kWh < P < 8 kWh) charge points, with a significant focus on 7kW bollard chargers. However, other charge point types and speeds may be considered if needed and subject to agreement by The Customer. The installation period of the charge points will take place during the first 10 years of the contract term. Based on the data provided by CENEX and the project dependencies, assumptions, constraints and risks, KCC have set the below indicative targets for installations: * Infrastructure for 4,000 Sockets by 2030 * Infrastructure for 10,000 Sockets by 2035 The Council has successfully secured LEVI capital funding. Detailed information on the distribution of this funding to the awarded provider, including requirements for private sector investment and concession fees, can be found in the Service Specification, which is available to download on the Kent Business Portal. Please note that the values provided are the estimated capital requirements from both LEVI funding and private sector investment. The total revenue generation potential will depend on various factors including the size of the ChargePoint network and its utilisation. The procurement pack which includes further detail on the requirements can be found on the Kent Business Portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04be5c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037984-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

31158000 - Chargers

51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
£60,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Miss Molly Roast
Contact Email
molly.roast@kent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3000414141

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

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