Tender

Framework for Independent Connection Provision (ICP) - Street Lighting

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 15:34

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council is inviting bids for an open tender titled "Framework for Independent Connection Provision (ICP) - Street Lighting". This procurement falls under the works category and is specified for electrical engineering installation and maintenance services related to street lighting installations and traffic lights. The tender is conducted through an open competition method, below the standard thresholds, with significant opportunities for those in the related industry. The procurement is active and aims to appoint a single supplier to deliver services within the UKC region, specifically in Durham, UK. Interested parties must submit their bids by 25th February 2026, with the enquiry period closing slightly earlier on 23rd February 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2026 and run until 31st March 2028, with renewal possibilities extending up to 2030.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in electrical installation and maintenance to establish or expand their operations in partnership with a local government authority. With a contract value of up to £1.8 million, firms specialising in public lighting solutions can leverage this framework to provide consistent and comprehensive services. It is particularly suitable for businesses capable of managing long-term infrastructure projects and those experienced in frameworks where single suppliers are preferred. The procurement criteria emphasize a balance of technical proficiency and social value contributions, alongside competitive pricing, making it ideal for businesses striving for excellence and community impact in their service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for Independent Connection Provision (ICP) - Street Lighting

Notice Description

The framework is for the appointment of a single supplier to provide an Independent Connection Provision for street lighting installation / replacement of street lighting assets.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a6d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011088-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

45315100 - Electrical engineering installation works

50232000 - Maintenance services of public-lighting installations and traffic lights

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5WB
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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