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North Northamptonshire Council - Marlow Court Rewire

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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22 Jan 2026 at 15:00

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Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council has initiated the procurement process for the 'Marlow Court Rewire' project, seeking a principal contractor to carry out a comprehensive rewire of its sheltered housing scheme in Corby, United Kingdom. This project falls under the category of Building Installation Work and aims to address issues related to ageing electrical systems that pose fire risks and hinder residents’ living conditions. The Council is engaging an open and below-threshold competition method, with the tender allowing electronic submissions via its e-procurement tool, In-tend. Interested providers must submit their bids by 2nd March 2026. The anticipated contract period runs from 4th May 2026 to 3rd November 2026, with the Council committed to maintaining power supply throughout the works and addressing the requirements flagged by energy providers.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for specialist contractors experienced in working in complex environments, such as occupied buildings and partnering with Distribution Network Operators. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the Council emphasizes quality and price in its awarding criteria (60% weighting for quality and 40% for price). The successful contractor will not only help improve safety and convenience at Marlow Court but also contribute to enhanced energy efficiency through updated installations, providing a valuable growth opportunity for businesses in the building installation sector. Engaging with this tender allows businesses to showcase expertise in rewiring projects, potentially leading to further collaborations with local authorities and similar organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North Northamptonshire Council - Marlow Court Rewire

Notice Description

North Northamptonshire Council (hereafter referred to as 'the Council') is looking for a principle contractor to undertake a full rewire at one of the Councils sheltered schemes in Corby. Marlow Court comprises of thirty-three flats and communal spaces including laundry room site was constructed in the mid 1960s with a further extension constructed in the mid-1970s. Following risk assessments and a review of areas in which the Council could improve the living environment for it's residents, the works are expected to cover, but not be limited to: * Deteriorating condition of the wiring to communal lighting and power due to age, which overtime has become a fire risk. * The size and installation methods of the sub mains (supply cables from the meter room to the flats) means the tenants cannot have free standing cookers or electric showers in their flats. This restriction has been put in place to prevent overload and heating of the sub main supplies which are a fire risk. The option of a free-standing cooker will improve the quality of life for some tenants. * The Council have sought a wet room adaptation, they specify electric showers that can be temperature restricted, however, due to the sub main issue the Council cannot authorise the installation of electric showers. * The layout of the meter room has been flagged up by numerous energy providers as a health and safety risk due to the height of some of the meters. The layout also prevents the installation of smart meters for some flats. * Age of fittings and accessories, the rewire will improve the energy efficiency of the building. * The rewire will include the relocation of the mains supply/meter room to ground floor level - this will give easier access for tenants and resolve the health and safety issue of existing meters being too high. The increased room size will also allow for the installation of smart meters. * The rewire will include the installation of socket outlets in appropriate locations and these will be controlled for use by Council staff only - this will prevent the sockets being misused for the charging of scooters which is a fire escape obstruction and fire risk affecting several sheltered schemes. It is expected that these works are to be carried out within a 'live' environment and the scheme will remain occupied for the during of the works. The Council expect substantial planning to enable continuous supply of power whilst switching from existing supplies to new. The Council have worked with a third party designer to provide tender information and the Council expect the preferred contractor to continue to liaise with the Council's design consultancy and National Grid. The works will include the installation and commissioning of new electric meters within sheltered housing scheme. The Council are looking for specialist contractors with a experience of delivering these types of works in a complex environment and with a history of working with Distribution Network Operators whilst the building is occupied.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060c73
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015337-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45300000 - Building installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 3 Nov 2026 6-12 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
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@northnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 1QG
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Lloyds
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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