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Airedale General Hospital - New Hospital Build - 33kV Contestable Connection Works

AIREDALE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

21 Apr 2026 at 15:36

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

27 Feb 2026 at 10:39

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

25 Feb 2026 at 08:55

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is spearheading the procurement process for the construction of a new electricity connection to support a major hospital redevelopment at Airedale General Hospital. This contestable works project involves the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of 4.3 km of 33kV underground cabling, as well as the construction of a primary metering substation with two 15/30MVA transformers and associated systems. Located in the UK region of UKE41, this contract presents robust opportunities within the construction sector, specifically for electricity power lines and substation works. The tender stage is currently active, with a deadline for submissions set at 5pm on the 29th of May 2026, followed by the award period ending on the 4th of June 2026. The procurement method is open procedure, granting wide access for eligible bidders.

This significant infrastructure project offers an attractive opportunity for construction firms specialising in electrical power systems, particularly those with experience in high-voltage cabling and substation installations. Businesses capable of delivering comprehensive turnkey solutions while maintaining compliance with industry standards such as NERS/ENA are invited to compete. The awarded contractor will collaborate with Northern Powergrid and manage any coordination with statutory undertakers. Prospective bidders must be prepared to adhere to various regulatory standards and have the necessary certifications. Firms positioned to leverage this substantial undertaking can potentially secure a piece of the £14.52 million gross budget, fostering substantial business growth and presence in a critical public sector sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Airedale General Hospital - New Hospital Build - 33kV Contestable Connection Works

Notice Description

AGH Solutions Ltd, on behalf of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust, intends to procure a contestable works partner associated with the provision of a new 33/11kV electricity connection to support the new hospital development of Airedale General Hospital. The scope will include the design, supply, installation and commissioning of approximately 4.3km of 33kV underground cabling and associated fibre communications infrastructure, all required civil engineering and reinstatement works, the construction and fit out of a new on site 33/11kV primary metering substation, installation of two 15/30MVA transformers, protection and control systems, SCADA integration, earthing, testing, and all related activities necessary to deliver a fully compliant contestable connection up to the defined Point of Connection. The contractor will be required to coordinate with Northern Powergrid and any statutory undertakers as necessary to ensure the delivery of an adoptable, standards compliant asset, the contractor must also hold all appropriate regulatory certificates and registrations aligned to NERS/ENA standards. The Trust expressly reserves the right, in accordance with the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 and any other applicable legislation, to amend, vary, or otherwise modify the programme of works at any stage. Furthermore, should the scope of the project require expansion to accommodate additional or ancillary works and services necessary to achieve the desired outcome, the Trust may, at its sole discretion, increase the estimated fee by up to 50%. Any such adjustment shall be affected in a manner that is fair, transparent, and compliant with all relevant procurement regulations and statutory requirements. Submissions in response to this PQQ shall be made exclusively via email to (m.needham2@nhs.net) This process is designed to ensure full transparency, traceability, and strict adherence to statutory requirements, including those set out in the Procurement Act 2023. All tender activities will be subject to audit and oversight, thereby upholding the integrity and compliance of the procurement process.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: extension required to facilitate any unforeseen time delays or programme alterations required to successfully execute this contract

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065ba0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036240-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45231400 - Construction work for electricity power lines

45232200 - Ancillary works for electricity power lines

45232220 - Substation construction work

45232221 - Transformer substation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,100,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£12,100,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 1 Jan 2029 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
AIREDALE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIEGHLEY
Postcode
BD20 6TD
Postcode Area
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
Craven
Westminster Constituency
Keighley and Ilkley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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