Planning

Leicester City Public Electric Vehicle Charging Programme

LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 15:58

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicester City Council, a public authority in the United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for its Leicester City Public Electric Vehicle Charging Programme. This initiative aims to enhance electric vehicle charging infrastructure throughout the city to support sustainability, improve air quality, and address climate change goals. The project, with an estimated total value of £9M to £10M, will employ a concession-style contract, divided across several Lots, allowing suppliers to bid according to their specialties. Key dates include a future notice planned for 1st November 2025 and the start of the contract period on 1st September 2026, lasting until 31st August 2029, with potential renewal extending to 2041. The main procurement category is goods, specifically focusing on the software package and information systems within the CPV classification 48000000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses capable of supplying and managing various types of electric vehicle chargers, particularly those that specialise in on-street residential solutions. The programme's needs align well with firms experienced in infrastructure management and those familiar with concession contracts. By participating, businesses can contribute to the city's sustainability objectives and potentially expand their portfolio in the growing sector of electric vehicle infrastructure. Companies involved in software systems and information technology, given the nature of the procurement, might find this an attractive opportunity to leverage their expertise in a rapidly developing market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Leicester City Public Electric Vehicle Charging Programme

Notice Description

The City Council is looking for supplier(s) for suitable electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residents and visitors to the City. We wish to increase the number and variety of charging options in the City in line with our sustainability, air quality and climate change goals. The initial funding is from indicative LEVI allocation of capital funding and final Approvals - PS3.38M The anticipated total estimated value - PS9M-PS10M The infrastructure will primarily be a mixture of charger types and power output, however the majority in the longer term will be lower power on-street residential chargers geographically well spread and available in all areas of the City as drivers adapt to battery electric vehicles. This will address challenges including space limitations, grid capacity and socio-economic diversity. A concession style contract will be used in several Lots so that suppliers can bid in line with their own specialities. We anticipate a phased approach to installation, including passive infrastructure The infrastructure will be installed, operated and maintained/upgraded if needed for the duration of the contract. All national guidelines must be made and followed for the installation and duration of the contract. Suppliers will be expected to manage any existing charging infrastructure and update/upgrade, as necessary.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0524b2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027018-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Pamela Chirara
Contact Email
pamela.chirara@leicester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1164543502

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 1FZ
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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