Tender

Electrical Upgrades

KARBON HOMES

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Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

Karbon Homes, a public authority in the sub-central government sector, is seeking tenders for "Electrical Upgrades" across their properties in the United Kingdom. The project entails electrical installations, repairs, and replacement works, and is valued at £4,000,000. The procurement falls under the "works" category and will follow an open competition method, aligning with a framework agreement. Key dates to note include the enquiry period ending on 3rd February 2026, and the tender submission deadline on 13th February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026, initially lasting for two years with potential extensions up to 30th March 2030, subject to performance and funding assessments.

This tender opens opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical wiring and fitting work, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality services within a structured framework agreement. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. With 60% of the award criteria based on commercial schedules, businesses with competitive pricing strategies and the ability to provide social value are well-positioned to succeed in this tender process, offering significant potential for business growth over the contract duration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Electrical Upgrades

Notice Description

Electrical Installations, Repairs and Replacement Works to Karbon Homes properties.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authority still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 month.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0608ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004356-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 30 Mar 2028 1-2 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
KARBON HOMES
Contact Name
Pippa Ford
Contact Email
pippa.ford@karbonhomes.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE12 8EG
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Longbenton & Benton
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

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