Award

Electrical Upgrades

KARBON HOMES

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

18 Mar 2026 at 16:56

Award

27 Feb 2026 at 14:39

Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

The recent public procurement process by Karbon Homes sought tenders for "Electrical Upgrades," focusing on installations, repairs, and replacements for its properties across the regions of Newcastle upon Tyne and Consett in the United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the industry category of works, specifically electrical wiring and fitting work. The process commenced with an open competition below the threshold, leading to an award phase dated 18 March 2026. The tender status is marked as complete, leading to a framework agreement with Fortify Electrical Services Limited, acting as the sole supplier in a closed process without reopening for competition. Key dates include contract commencement on 1 April 2026, spanning initially for 24 months with an option to extend twice for additional 12-month periods, potentially reaching until 2030. The total contract value is approximately £4,800,000 gross.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical services within the Yorkshire and North East regions. The open competition nature encourages diverse participation, especially benefiting SMEs due to the structured tender policy accommodating small and medium enterprises. With provision for contract renewals and extensions, firms looking for long-term projects can leverage this to expand business operations and secure stable revenue. The focus on electrical upgrades positions businesses engaged in high-quality electrical installation and repair services, allowing them to compete for such lucrative projects. Companies that can offer innovative solutions to maximise the efficiency of electrical systems within housing can use this as a strategic growth opportunity. Given the scale of works and the potential for extended contract periods, businesses with the capacity for both large-scale projects and consistent quality performance stand to gain substantially.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0608ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024838-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KARBON HOMES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORTIFY ELECTRICAL SERVICES

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