Tender

FW Supply & Deliver - HV/EHV Cable systems - Multi Site 0931

SCOTTISH HYDRO ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION PLC

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Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 11:51

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process initiated by Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission PLC, a private utility company based in Perth, UK, involves the procurement of HV/EHV Cable Systems across multiple sites. This invitation to tender, titled "FW Supply & Deliver - HV/EHV Cable systems - Multi Site 0931," falls under the goods procurement category and focuses on high-voltage cable systems within the utility sector. The tender is currently in the active stage, with the key dates including an expression of interest deadline on 13 March 2026 and an anticipated award period ending on 30 September 2026. The procurement process will utilise a selective, competitive flexible procedure, involving an initial pre-qualification stage, followed by an invitation to tender for those who qualify.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in the manufacture and supply of high-voltage cable systems. It has been designed to attract suppliers capable of fulfilling the needs of 132kV and 275/400kV underground cable systems, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and compliant with safety and operational parameters. The framework agreement includes structured contract renewals and allows for competition through mini-competitions or direct awards at call-off stages. Businesses with a proven track record in the sector and the capability to liaise effectively with other parties throughout the project lifecycle will find this a promising opportunity for growth and partnership with Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission PLC.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FW Supply & Deliver - HV/EHV Cable systems - Multi Site 0931

Notice Description

This tender process seeks to award framework for the manufacture and delivery of 132kV-400kV AC Land Cable Systems to Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission plc. This opportunity is split into 2 lots: - 132kV Cable Systems - 275/400kV Cable Systems The Objectives of the framework are as follows: - For the Supplier to undertake the manufacture and supply of underground cable systems at 132kV and/or 275kV up to and including 400kV that have been approved for installation and operation on the SSEN Transmission Network. - That the projects will be completed on time and on budget without any Health and Safety infringement or accidents. - That designed cable system offers a 40-year design life and complies with the parameters set out in this goods information package. - The Supplier liaises efficiently and effectively with all other parties.

Lot Information

132kV Cable systems

Manufacture and delivery of 132kV Cable Systems.

Renewal: The framework will be awarded with optional term of 3x 1-year extensions.

275/400kV Cable Systems

Manufacture and delivery of 275-400kV Cable Systems.

Renewal: The framework will be awarded with optional term of 3x 1-year extensions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06140c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008884-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31321300 - High-voltage cable

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£125,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2031 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
SCOTTISH HYDRO ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION PLC
Contact Name
Paul Towert
Contact Email
paul.towert@sse.com
Contact Phone
07827042071

Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 3AQ
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City North
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

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