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Invitation to Tender for Diocese of Norwich Academies and Trust LED upgrade Scheme 2026 (West Norfolk)

DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust is seeking tenders for a significant LED upgrade scheme in West Norfolk, aimed at enhancing energy efficiency across three school properties. This project falls under the category of electrical installation work and is open for submission until 8th May 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 4th May 2026. The upgrade work is scheduled to occur during the summer 2026 holidays, with completion required before the new academic year begins. The procurement process is currently at the active tender stage, inviting bids through an open competition, which is below the financial threshold for more stringent procurement requirements.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical installation and energy efficiency improvements, notably those capable of completing projects within tight deadlines. It is particularly suited to SMEs and VCSEs, with evaluation criteria heavily weighted on both price (60%) and quality (40%). With a total project value of £42,000, this contract allows participating businesses to demonstrate their expertise in efficient project delivery and high-quality work, potentially leading to further opportunities within this sector. Interested businesses should ensure they are registered with MultiQuote to participate in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Diocese of Norwich Academies and Trust LED upgrade Scheme 2026 (West Norfolk)

Notice Description

The Diocese of Norwich Education Services Company (DoNESC) is carrying out a procurement exercise on the behalf of DNEAT to upgrade three schools in the summer 2026 holiday to LED's. The works must take place during the six-week holiday and be completed before the commencement of the academic year. St Michael's Church of England Academy, Saddlebow Rd, South Lynn, King's Lynn PE30 5BN Castle Acre Church of England Primary Academy, Back Ln, Castle Acre, King's Lynn PE32 2AR Yaxham Primary Academy, Norwich Rd, Dereham NR19 1RU

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067a90
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040081-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45317000 - Other electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
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
DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR20 3LR
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Breckland
Electoral Ward
Mattishall
Westminster Constituency
Mid Norfolk

Further Information

Notice Documents

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