Planning

Wigan EVCI Pre-Market Engagement

WIGAN COUNCIL

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Planning

12 Feb 2026 at 15:33

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Wigan Council is leading a procurement initiative titled "Wigan EVCI Pre-Market Engagement," focusing on the installation and maintenance of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure within its borough's car parks. This opportunity, categorised under services and relevant to electrical equipment and installation work, aims to provide comprehensive charge point solutions. The council is planning this procurement as a concession contract valued at £60 million, with potential total costs reaching £72 million. With the procurement currently in the planning stage, there is an active pre-market engagement period scheduled until 31st March 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to participate in an online engagement meeting set for 24th February 2026, followed by the completion of a questionnaire to gather insights that will shape the eventual tender process.

This initiative presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in electrical services, infrastructure management, and sustainable technologies. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality electrical equipment, installation services, and customer support are ideally positioned to compete. The council seeks a long-term partner able to provide an end-to-end service encompassing rapid and ultra-rapid charging capabilities, enhancing vehicle accessibility within the borough and stimulating local economic activity. Engaging in this pre-market process allows businesses to align with Wigan Council's strategic goals, potentially paving the way for lucrative partnerships and contributing to the region's sustainability targets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wigan EVCI Pre-Market Engagement

Notice Description

Wigan Council are looking to identify a long-term partner to provide Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Council-owned car parks within the borough. The contract will cover supply, installation, operation, maintenance and customer service functions to provide an end-to-end / turnkey service. The project aims to increase the number, range and accessibility of public charging points across the borough. It is proposed to provide 100 active charge points and passive provision for over 100 charge points within Council-owned car parks. The contract would operate as a concession contract for a 13 year period with option to extend for 2 years. A mix of standard and fast charge points would be sought to meet the varying needs of residents, businesses and visitors. However, the appointed supplier will be given the option to provide rapid and ultra-rapid charging facilities in identified locations as desired. The purpose of this pre-market engagement is to gauge the level of interest in this opportunity and obtain feedback from the market, so all responses received are very much appreciated.. The Pre-Market Engagement process will remain active until the publication of the UK4 Tender Notice. As part of the Pre-Market Engagement Process, Wigan Council are hosting an online meeting on Tuesday 24th February 2026 14:00-16:00 via Microsoft Teams. If your organisation is interested in attending this event, you will need to sign in and book a place via the Eventbrite link below: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wigan-evci-pre-market-engagement-tickets-1982970675671?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Following the online meeting, a pre-market engagement questionnaire will be shared with attendees to help Wigan Council to gain feedback regarding specific issues and queries. The feedback gained from the questionnaire will help guide to procurement process and the ask going forward. Wigan Council also reserves the right, during the Pre-Market Engagement period, to hold additional meetings (separate from the above session) in person or virtually with a range of interested parties or one to one meetings and/or issue a series of requests for information which may relate to the Council's requirements, the procurement process and documents, and the terms of the contract. For the avoidance of doubt, the whole process is for the purpose of conducting pre-market engagement and does not formally begin a procurement process or constitute any commitment by Wigan Council to undertake any procurement exercise. Furthermore, potential bidders will not be prejudiced by not responding to this pre-market engagement notification. Potential bidders must also note that a response to this notice does not guarantee an invitation to participate in this, or any future procurement that Wigan Council may conduct. Any costs involved in responding to this pre-market engagement will be borne by the responders.

Planning Information

The purpose of this pre-market engagement is to gauge the level of interest in this opportunity and obtain feedback from the market, so all responses received are very much appreciated.. The Pre-Market Engagement process will remain active until the publication of the UK4 Tender Notice. As part of the Pre-Market Engagement Process, Wigan Council are hosting an online meeting on Tuesday 24th February 2026 14:00-16:00 via Microsoft Teams. If your organisation is interested in attending this event, you will need to sign in and book a place via the Eventbrite link below: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wigan-evci-pre-market-engagement-tickets-1982970675671?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Following the online meeting, a pre-market engagement questionnaire will be shared with attendees to help Wigan Council to gain feedback regarding specific issues and queries. The feedback gained from the questionnaire will help guide to procurement process and the ask going forward. Wigan Council also reserves the right, during the Pre-Market Engagement period, to hold additional meetings (separate from the above session) in person or virtually with a range of interested parties or one to one meetings and/or issue a series of requests for information which may relate to the Council’s requirements, the procurement process and documents, and the terms of the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065309
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013051-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

31158000 - Chargers

31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

45310000 - Electrical installation work

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2041 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIGAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Paul Simmons
Contact Email
procurement@wigan.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WIGAN
Postcode
WN1 1YN
Post Town
Wigan
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Local Authority
Wigan
Electoral Ward
Wigan Central
Westminster Constituency
Wigan

Further Information

Notice Documents

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