Planning

Provision of High Voltage (HV) Cable Maintenance and Fault Repair Services

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

05 Aug 2025 at 18:49

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 18:35

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London (TfL) is planning a procurement process titled "Provision of High Voltage (HV) Cable Maintenance and Fault Repair Services." This opportunity falls under the utilities sector, specifically involving works related to power distribution cables. The location for these services includes various sites within the London Underground network and related infrastructure in the United Kingdom. Currently, at the planning stage, the procurement process will follow a selective method with a competitive flexible procedure, aiming to secure a contract that starts on 15th December 2025 and potentially runs until 14th December 2030, with options to extend up to 14th December 2032. Prospective parties should prepare for the tender period ending on 31st October 2025, and the following award period ending on 20th November 2025.

This tender presents several growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in construction, maintenance, and engineering services related to railways and highway infrastructure. Companies with expertise in power distribution, electrical and mechanical equipment installation, and those that can provide both planned and reactive maintenance services are well-suited to compete for this contract. The selective procurement process also indicates that TfL seeks a reliable and experienced contractor capable of managing significant components of London's HV power infrastructure. Engaging in this procurement could position a company as a key partner in a long-term public sector framework, enhancing its reputation and experience in the utilities domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of High Voltage (HV) Cable Maintenance and Fault Repair Services

Notice Description

London Underground operates and maintains a High Voltage (HV) Power Distribution Network, which includes multiple bulk supply in take points that distribute HV power to substations and distribution points through HV cables. These cables, which are 11kV and 22kV, are installed across the London Underground rail, public highways, and Network Rail Infrastructure. The existing network consists of cables over 80 years old, ranging from single and three-core Paper insulated Lead cables to Polymeric cables, with sizes varying from 70mm2 to 630mm2. In addition to managing HV cables, the HV Cables department also manages the control cables within the power estate, including both copper Pilot and Fibre Optic cables. To effectively manage fault repairs and maintain both HV and Pilot networks, the HV Cables department requires the ongoing support of a specialist contractor. This contractor will play a key role in assisting with power upgrades through project works. This aims to secure a commercial partnership with a specialised contractor who possesses the expertise and experience necessary to support both planned and reactive maintenance for the London Underground HV infrastructure. The services will cover maintenance, repair, fault finding, project support services and purchasing of cables to be installed.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 5 year contract with optional extension period of up to 2 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052546
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046329-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

31320000 - Power distribution cables

45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads

45234100 - Railway construction works

45234122 - Underground railway works

50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

50230000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to roads and other equipment

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

71311220 - Highways engineering services

71311230 - Railway engineering services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
26 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2032-11-21

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
Toni Hossanah
Contact Email
coopower@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

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