Tender

2026 County Farm Estate - Periodic testing and inspection of the fixed electrical installation

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Jan 2026 at 07:46

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cambridgeshire County Council has initiated a tender process for the periodic testing and inspection of the fixed electrical installation at its County Farm Estate, which is part of the largest farm estate in England and Wales, spanning 34,000 acres with 160 tenants. This open competition, conducted under an "open" procurement method and classified in the "service" industry category, invites qualified electricians or electrical engineers to ensure compliance with electrical safety standards. The tender process is currently in the "Tender" stage, with a submission deadline set for 1st March 2026, following an enquiry period concluding on 27th February 2026. This contract, valued at approximately £15,000 to £18,000, is geographically focused on Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, and only contractors with all the relevant qualifications and CHAS accreditation will be considered suitable candidates.

This tender provides significant opportunities for growth to service providers in the electrical inspection and maintenance sector. The project is particularly well-suited for SMEs and businesses with a strong track record in handling large-scale estates given the scope and requirements of the work. With the award criteria heavily weighted towards price (80%) and quality (20%), competitive bidders who can provide cost-effective services without compromising on standards are likely to find this an attractive opportunity. The substantial acreages involved offer the potential for a prolonged engagement and visibility within public works, enabling a successful bidder to establish or expand their presence in the public sector. Businesses leveraging specialised skills in electrical compliance and possessing the necessary accreditations will be well-positioned to secure this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2026 County Farm Estate - Periodic testing and inspection of the fixed electrical installation

Notice Description

Cambridgeshire County Council's farm estate is 34,000 acres (13,400 ha) with 160 farm tenants it is the largest of its kind in England and Wales. 2026 County Farm Estate - Periodic testing and inspection of the fixed electrical installation Contractors submitting tenders will need to provide evidence that they possess CHAS accreditation (no alternatives acceptable). Only qualified electrician or electrical engineer. Only contractors with ALL the relevant accreditation and qualifications will be considered. Once evidence of qualification has been supplied I will provide site plans.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06071e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003677-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
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
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sarah Goodier
Contact Email
sarah.goodier@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+447826531023

Buyer Location

Locality
HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE28 4YE
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
The Stukeleys
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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