This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

08 Jul 2026 at 09:57

Award

05 Jun 2026 at 13:55

Tender

04 Aug 2025 at 11:42

Planning

17 Jun 2025 at 12:11

Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council has completed a procurement process for the "Provision of Electrical Equipment Testing & Inspection (PAT)," focusing on maintaining and testing small portable appliances, including lightning conductors. The contract was awarded through an open procurement method with a competitive flexible procedure, aiming to cover the entire region of Norfolk and extending services within the UK, specifically regions UKH15, UKH16, and UKH17. The procurement stage is currently in the "Award" phase, with the contract being signed on 5th June 2026 and active from 1st July 2026, lasting until 30th June 2029, with potential extensions up to 2031. The industry's main focus is on repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery and apparatus, classified under CPV code 50532000.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for SMEs specialising in electrical equipment testing and maintenance, particularly those with capabilities in handling electrical-system repair services. The contract, valued at £196,183.25, offers a substantial engagement for businesses in the repair and maintenance sector to establish a long-term relationship with a major public authority like Norfolk County Council. The competitive flexible procedure and open procurement methodology ensure that a variety of businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, have the opportunity to contribute innovative solutions while supporting regional infrastructure maintenance and safety standards.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Electrical Equipment Testing & Inspection (PAT)

Notice Description

NCC has appointed a supplier to carry out small portable appliance and electrical testing including on lightning conductors. Please note that the values in this notice are for the full 5 year term of the contract assuming the extensions are granted. The final value of the contract will be dependant on any changes to the property portfolio and the level of unplanned work carried out.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0001

Renewal: 2 x12 month options to extend have been included at the discretion of Norfolk County Council.

Planning Information

Teams Market Engagement Event for 1 hour will be hosted by Norfolk County Council. Please register on INTEND https://in-tendorganiser.co.uk and register for this project under reference NCCT43218 and send a message on the facility to register your desire to attend the market engagement event and a time and date will be sent to you. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-Tend support team by phoning 0845 557 8079 or +44 (0) 114 407 0065 or by emailing support@in-tend.co.uk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054e27
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063963-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50116100 - Electrical-system repair services

50532000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£212,784 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£212,784 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£196,183 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£196,183 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
29 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
18 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2029-12-04

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Norfolk County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Postcode Area
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk, TLH16 North and West Norfolk, TLH17 Breckland and South Norfolk

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FACIT TESTING LIMITED

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