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Network Rail - Wales and Western - Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Installation

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

14 May 2026 at 15:54

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

14 Nov 2025 at 16:14

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

14 Aug 2025 at 12:08

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited, a central government public authority based in London, has completed a procurement process for the installation of Electric Vehicle (EV) infrastructure across 45 sites in the Wales and Western Region. This project involves the installation of both permanent and temporary EV charging stations, with capacities ranging from 22 kW to 150 kW. The total contract value for this tender is £18 million, with awards made to Actemium UK Ltd t/a Axians Data Network Solutions Watford and VEV Services Limited. The contract commenced on 30th June 2026 and is set to continue till 30th June 2029, with potential renewals extending it till 2031. This procurement was conducted using a selective method with a competitive flexible procedure, showcasing a sophisticated framework with an emphasis on integrating innovative infrastructure solutions.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical installation and infrastructure development. Companies involved in designing, installing, and maintaining EV charging networks, particularly those with prior experience in delivering projects for utility sectors, would find this tender particularly advantageous. Given the complexity and scale of the project, large-scale enterprises and SMEs poised to deliver high-quality services in infrastructure installations across diverse geographical locations in the UK could greatly benefit. Engaging in such tenders not only opens up lucrative business opportunities but also establishes participating firms as key players in the evolving green infrastructure domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Network Rail - Wales and Western - Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Installation

Notice Description

Network Rail is seeking to install a mix of permanent and temporary Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across 45 sites in the Wales and Western Region. Charger capacities will range from 22 kW to 150 kW, with the number of chargers per site varying between 2 and 30 depending on site-specific needs. The scope covers the full end-to-end delivery of these works, including site assessments, design, procurement of chargers, installation (including any required electrical upgrades and civil works), testing and commissioning, and handover with training for site personnel. The aim is to provide reliable, safe, and efficient charging solutions that meet all relevant standards, integrate with existing infrastructure, and can accommodate varying charging demands. The project is expected to be completed within a six-month period, with timelines and budgets informed by detailed site assessments. Suppliers' input through this engagement will help shape the procurement approach, technical specifications, delivery programme, and commercial model.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3 years primary to extend by 1 + 1

Planning Information

Please complete the questionnaire https://forms.office.com/e/8MSzp5mw2C by 5th September 2025. Responses will be reviewed to inform the design of the procurement strategy and framework documentation. Completion of the questionnaire is not a prerequisite for future participation in the tender, but early engagement will help ensure the framework is structured to meet the needs of both Network Rail and the supply market. If you have any questions regarding this notice please contact lily-may.roberts@networkrail.co.uk & amy.slocombe@networkrail.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0587cb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044510-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£18,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£18,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
14 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SW
Postcode Area
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLI London, TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Actemium UK Ltd t/a Axians Data Network Solutions Watford

VEV Services Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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