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Implementation of DDN (Dual Distribution Network) AC To DC Power System For Innovation District New Technology

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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13 Feb 2026 at 09:32

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process managed by Durham County Council involves the implementation of a Dual Distribution Network (DDN) AC to DC power system for the Innovation District's new technology. This project falls under the industry category of highway materials, focusing on low voltage network solutions, including training and commissioning. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract was signed on 10th February 2026, with a delivery timeframe extending to 27th January 2027. The contract value is £143,992.32, and it was awarded to URBIS SCHRÉDER LTD based in Basingstoke, United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was direct, below the threshold without competition, aligning with the legal basis set by the UK Public General Acts.

This procurement offers business growth opportunities precisely for suppliers specialising in innovative power systems and highway material provisions, particularly those with experience in low voltage networks. Given the direct procurement method due to the below-threshold nature, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) like URBIS SCHRÉDER LTD, are likely to be competitive candidates in such niche technology projects. Businesses in related fields could benefit from partnering or subcontracting in future phases, as well as exploring similar tenders that Durham County Council may publish, fostering a journey towards expanding technological and infrastructural capabilities in the region.

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Notice Title

Implementation of DDN (Dual Distribution Network) AC To DC Power System For Innovation District New Technology

Notice Description

Implementation of DDN (Dual Distribution Network) AC To DC Power System For Innovation District New Technology Low Voltage Network Solution incl: Network incl training & commissioning

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065376
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013233-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34929000 - Highway materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£143,992 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 27 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Hannah Tate
Contact Email
hannah.tate@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
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

URBIS SCHRÉDER

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