Tender

TVCA-PROC-0297 Provision of on-street electric vehicle charging infrastructure

TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Tees Valley Combined Authority is in the tender stage of a procurement process for the provision of on-street electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This project, identified by the code TVCA-PROC-0297, falls under the category of works and involves supplying, installing, maintaining, and operating local electric vehicle infrastructure in Darlington, United Kingdom. The procurement is conducted through an open procedure, and significant deadlines include an enquiry period closing on 23rd March 2026, a tender submission period ending on 30th March 2026, and an award period concluding on 1st May 2026. The total value of the contract is projected at £6,596,000, with the contract period commencing on 15th June 2026 and potentially extending beyond an initial 15-year term.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the electrical installation and maintenance sectors, particularly those involved in electric vehicle and charging infrastructure. The focus on quality, concession fees, and social value as award criteria indicates a favourable opening for companies with expertise in delivering high-quality installations and contributing to community sustainability. The tender is suitable for SMEs, encouraging smaller enterprises to participate and expand their market presence through a long-term strategic partnership with a public authority. The significant value and duration of the contract make it an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to establish or enhance their involvement in the growing electric vehicle infrastructure market within the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TVCA-PROC-0297 Provision of on-street electric vehicle charging infrastructure

Notice Description

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA), part of the Tees Valley Combined Authority Group, is seeking to procure a single Concessionaire for the supply, installation, maintenance and operation of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, and associated works and services. Provision of on-street electric vehicle charging infrastructure (Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure - LEVI). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-Darlington:-Chargers./FP685598VC To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/FP685598VC If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the Delta eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@delta-esourcing.com. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1004924719

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend by one (1) year.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff38
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001311-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

31158000 - Chargers

31610000 - Electrical equipment for engines and vehicles

45310000 - Electrical installation work

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

63712600 - Vehicle refuelling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,596,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,596,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2041 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@teesvalley-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01325792600

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 1NJ
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Sadberge & Middleton St George
Westminster Constituency
Stockton West

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