Tender

LEVI Public Electric Vehicle Charge Points & Associated Infrastructure

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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20 Nov 2025 at 13:58

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30 Oct 2025 at 13:53

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29 Oct 2025 at 15:38

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04 Aug 2025 at 07:53

Planning

22 May 2025 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

Cumberland Council is inviting tenders for the "LEVI Public Electric Vehicle Charge Points & Associated Infrastructure" project. This procurement process is focused on the development and maintenance of electric vehicle (EV) charge points across the region as part of the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) project. The scheme, funded by a £3.465 million grant from the UK Government, aims to enhance public EV charging accessibility and support sustainable transport. The procurement is divided into two lots: on-street residential charging and infrastructure for Council-owned car parks and community assets. The procurement stage is active and follows an open procedure, with a tender period ending on January 21, 2026. The procurement encompasses services under industry categories such as transport equipment, electrical installation, and electricity distribution, with the main delivery location being in the United Kingdom (UKD1 region).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply, installation, and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure. SMEs and VCSEs are highly encouraged to participate, given the lots are structured to support diverse business engagement, and offer growth potential through long-term contracts starting in May 2026, stretching over 15 years. With a focus on quality, social value, and commercial aspects, businesses that provide high-quality EV charging solutions and support diversity within their operations are well-suited to compete. This initiative will not only contribute to business growth but also play a key role in expanding sustainable transport infrastructure in urban, rural, and underserved areas across the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LEVI Public Electric Vehicle Charge Points & Associated Infrastructure

Notice Description

The Authority is inviting tenders for the supply, installation, and maintenance of EV charge points across the region, funded through the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) project. The Authority has been awarded and received PS3.465 Million by the UK Government to support the implementation of this Contract. This initiative aims to expand public EV charging access, support the transition to sustainable transport and provide equitable distribution of charge points across urban, rural, and underserved areas. The procurement has been structured into two lots, reflecting the differing requirements of on-street residential charging and charging infrastructure in Council owned car parks and community assets. * Lot 1 - On street Charging * Lot 2 - Car parks (Including commercial) & Community Assets

Lot Information

On-Street Charging

The supply, installation, and maintenance of EV charge points for on-street parking.

Car Parks & Community Assets

The supply, installation, and maintenance of EV charge points for car parks and community assets.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051e28
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079660-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

31158000 - Chargers

31681500 - Rechargers

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45310000 - Electrical installation work

65300000 - Electricity distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 2025Today
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 3 May 2041 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.capital@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD1 Cumbria

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

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