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UK Power Networks Vehicle Electrical Installation & Repair Services

UK POWER NETWORKS (OPERATIONS) LIMITED

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Award

20 Mar 2026 at 16:27

Tender

13 Nov 2025 at 16:43

Summary of the contracting process

UK Power Networks (Operations) Limited has awarded a contract for vehicle electrical installation and repair services under a competitive flexible procedure. The contract, valued at £2,575,238.40, will be delivered across the UK Power Networks operating area, encompassing categories such as electrical-system repair services. This procurement process is complete, with the award notice published on 20th March 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and will potentially extend to 31st March 2031, offering flexibility in extension terms. The procurement method involves an open tender, initially initiated on 13th November 2025, with a standstill period concluding on 31st March 2026. The organisations involved, Vehicle Electrical Solutions Limited and T.A.D. Communications Ltd, are recognised as suppliers, reflecting the award status as pending, with the procurement category focusing on services vital for maintaining UK Power Networks' vehicle fleet.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in vehicle electrical systems, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises skilled in diagnostics, installation, and repairs. As the service is required across a considerable fleet, companies equipped to offer both on-site and mobile services will be well-positioned to compete under this framework agreement. The framework's design, allowing reopening competition, presents continual opportunities for businesses that can offer cost efficiency, flexibility, and improvements in service reliability. It provides a lucrative avenue for enterprises capable of delivering high-quality solutions patiently aligned with UK Power Networks' strategic vision and operating standards, promoting business growth and fostering industry partnerships in the private utility sector.

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Notice Title

UK Power Networks Vehicle Electrical Installation & Repair Services

Notice Description

UK Power Networks operates a diverse fleet comprising cars, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). UK Power Networks are looking for trusted partners to provide comprehensive on-site / mobile vehicle auto electrical diagnostics, repair, and installation services across the UK Power Networks operating area.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension options of +1 +1 to take us into 2031.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e0da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025957-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,973,414 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,973,414 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,575,238 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-03-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK POWER NETWORKS (OPERATIONS) LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 6NP
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

T.A.D. COMMUNICATIONS

VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS

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