Award

Romany Lane Groundworks

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

12 Nov 2025 at 15:42

Award

11 Sep 2025 at 10:52

Tender

03 Jul 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by East Suffolk Council involves a project titled "Romany Lane Groundworks" in Lowestoft, UK. The project falls under the works category, specifically involving construction work for electricity power lines. The location is in the UKH14 region, with the buying organisation being East Suffolk Council, a sub-central government public authority. The procurement method was open, characterized as a below-threshold open competition. The tender was initiated on 3rd July 2025, with an enquiry period closing on 23rd July 2025 and tender submission closing on 6th August 2025. The contract was awarded on 11th September 2025 to Vectur Energy Limited, an SME based in Lowestoft, with the contract period running from 25th September 2025 to 30th November 2025. The tender's legal basis aligns with UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in construction and infrastructure development, particularly those capable of handling electrical supply projects. Companies with expertise in groundworks and those who can provide high-quality finishes while managing competitive pricing are well-suited to compete in this tender. SMEs like Vectur Energy Limited, which have a strong local presence and experience in similar works, exemplify the type of businesses that can benefit from such public projects, offering potential for growth and development. Engaging in such tenders not only aids in revenue generation but also in establishing a reputable record in public sector projects, paving the way for future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Romany Lane Groundworks

Notice Description

East Suffolk Council is looking for a contractor to install ductwork below ground to facilitate the installation of new electrical supply cables to the Romany Lane Traveller site in Kessingland. Once complete, this work will allow UK Power Networks (UKPN) to connect each residential plot to their own meter.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05588a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073274-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45231100 - General construction work for pipelines

45231400 - Construction work for electricity power lines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£114,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£114,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lynsey Hall
Contact Email
procurement@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0EQ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VECTUR ENERGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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