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Preliminary Market Engagement for EV Charging Infrastructure and Associated Services

LONDON & QUADRANT HOUSING TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The London & Quadrant Housing Trust is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process seeking preliminary market engagement on electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and associated services, aimed to enhance social housing estates and car parks across the United Kingdom. The procurement process is categorised under the energy and related services industry and involves a significant contract period from 2026 to 2046, with provisions for renewal. A Microsoft Teams briefing is scheduled for 10th March 2026, offering suppliers the opportunity to understand requirements concerning asset funding, operations, and maintenance, with a tentative tender release during the week commencing 6th April 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in sustainable energy and infrastructure, particularly those skilled in EV charger installations, maintenance, and renewable asset management. The process targets operators capable of funding asset expansion, ensuring compliance with environmental standards, and delivering civil, electrical, and commissioning works. Small and medium-sized enterprises with expertise in energy solutions, cybersecurity management, and responsive customer support are encouraged to engage, potentially benefiting from long-term contracts and site expansion across diverse regions in the UK. The open procedure method indicates a competitive environment where well-prepared businesses can thrive by demonstrating innovation and capability in sustainable infrastructure solutions.

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Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement for EV Charging Infrastructure and Associated Services

Notice Description

L&Q are seeking to contract with 1 (or potentially 2) long-term Operators capable of funding asset renewal and expansion while ensuring high availability, safety and affordability Exact details of the sites will be provided at the tender stage via the Asset Register Predominantly AC (7-22 kW) with potential limited DC rapid units Locations include: * Social Housing Estates * Car Parks accessible to residents and the general public * Mix of existing Chargers, some of which are obsolete or end-of-life Capital Works - Fully Funded The Operator shall, at its own cost: * Survey, design, fund, install, and commission new EV chargers * Replace obsolete, unsupported, or non-compliant chargers * Manage DNO applications, planning, highways approvals, and landlord consents * Deliver all civil, electrical, signage, bay marking, and reinstatement works Operations & Maintenance * 24/7 monitoring and fault response * Preventive and corrective maintenance * Firmware, software, and cybersecurity management * Helpdesk and customer support Asset Lifecycle Management * Condition assessment within first 60 days * Funded replacement and renewal programme * Compliance with WEEE and environmental obligations

Planning Information

3. Scope of Engagement The preliminary market engagement will focus on: • Location and number of sites • Funding of assets (capital works) • Specification • Operations & Maintenance • Asset Lifecycle Management • Contractual Terms: o Financial Requirements o KPIs • ESG / Social Value 4. Engagement Activities On Tuesday 10th March at 10:00am L&Q will host a Teams briefing to outline requirements - this is a one-way communication - lasting a maximum of 30 minutes and will allow follow up questions (via email, which in turn will be made available via the In-Tend portal) regarding the tender (scheduled for release via In-Tend portal w/c 6th April). How to join:- Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/36104320440683?p=ighK370M3rNms4ON4O Meeting ID: 361 043 204 406 83 Passcode: tG3io6nu Dial in by phone +44 20 3787 4277,,143749854# United Kingdom, City of London Phone conference ID: 143 749 854# 5. How to Express Interest in the Tender Suppliers should visit L&Q's In-Tend e-procurement portal: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/lqsupplychainmanagement/aspx/Home The tender documents will be published w/c 6th April. Registration and use are free. 6. Important Considerations • This is not a call for competition. • Participation in this engagement does not guarantee inclusion in the subsequent tender. • Any costs incurred by suppliers in participating in this engagement are their own responsibility. 7. Contact Information Mr Adrian Uden Category Manager - L&Q Group Procurement Auden@lqgroup.org.uk Please email Adrian Uden (at the email address above) for any further information

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064b68
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017204-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Apr 20263 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2046 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON & QUADRANT HOUSING TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E15 4PN
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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