Tender

GWR - Electrical Inspection Conditioning Reports

FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED

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Tender

26 Sep 2025 at 16:32

Summary of the contracting process

FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED, a private utility based in Wiltshire, UK, is overseeing the procurement process for "GWR - Electrical Inspection Conditioning Reports." The tender invites proposals for conducting Electrical Installation Conditioning Reports at GWR stations and depots across the network, in compliance with BS7671: Part 6, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations 2018. The procurement, classified under the industry category of technical inspection and testing services, will see operations in regions including UKI, UKK, and UKL1. This tender is at the open stage, with key dates including an expression of interest deadline of 19th October 2025, and an awarding period concluding on 28th February 2026. The process follows a selective procurement method employing a competitive flexible procedure.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in technical inspection and testing services to expand their portfolio and establish new client relationships within the UK utilities sector. The procedure includes two stages, offering a competitive yet transparent environment for qualified firms. Companies leveraging capabilities in legal, financial, and technical domains are encouraged to participate, with a stage 2 evaluation focused on quality, price, and commercial terms. The contract, valued at up to £1,020,000, extends from May 2026 to March 2029, with possible renewals highlighting opportunities for sustained business growth. This is a lucrative opportunity especially for SMEs seeking to gain or expand their presence in the utilities sector.

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Notice Title

GWR - Electrical Inspection Conditioning Reports

Notice Description

GWR extends an invitation to potential suppliers to provide the service of Electrical Installation Conditioning Reports at GWR stations and depots across out network. We are required to undertake periodic inspection and testing every five years as part of our Franchise Commitment. Stations, Depots and retail units are to be tested and inspected in compliance with BS7671: Part 6, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations 2018, incorporating Amendment 1 &2: The testing & inspecting will be conducted in compliance with BS 7671 Chapter 64/5

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension are based on a 1 year + 1 year basis. Extensions will be granted based on supplier performance and technical ability

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a39c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060318-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gwr.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN1 1HL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLI London, TLK South West (England), TLL1 West Wales and The Valleys

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

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