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Port of Dover - Minor Electrical Works Framework

DOVER HARBOUR BOARD

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22 Apr 2026 at 09:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The Dover Harbour Board is inviting tenders for the Port of Dover - Minor Electrical Works Framework, aiming to establish a framework for reactive and planned electrical installation works across its estate. The procurement falls under the "works" category with a focus on electrical installation and engineering works. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, and businesses have until 22nd May 2026 to submit their proposals via the provided electronic platform. This open competition falls below the threshold, utilising the NEC4 Framework Contract for management with individual work orders guided by the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Short Contract. The contract period is slated to begin from 22nd June 2026 until 22nd June 2030, comprising multiple opportunities for business growth and collaboration with the Board, classified as a private utility, located at Harbour House, Marine Parade, Dover, UK.

This tender opens multiple avenues for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in electrical installation works, which are classified under CPV codes 45310000 and 45315100. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality electrical installation services and competitive commercial submissions will be well-suited to compete, given that awards will be based on these criteria. With the framework agreement accommodating up to four participants, organisations that can adapt to both reactive and planned work and demonstrate expertise in leveraging framework contracts are encouraged to apply. This tender represents an opportunity for contractors to establish a long-term relationship with the Dover Harbour Board, enhancing their portfolio through a prestigious and operationally critical project at one of the United Kingdom's key ports.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Port of Dover - Minor Electrical Works Framework

Notice Description

The Port of Dover aims to establish the Minor Electrical Works Framework to carry out reactive and planned electrical installation works across the Port of Dover estate. This will be undertaken using the NEC4 Framework Contract, with individual Work Orders instructed under the terms of the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Short Contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068838
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036466-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45315100 - Electrical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 22 Jun 2030 4-5 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
DOVER HARBOUR BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DOVER
Postcode
CT17 9BU
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Dover
Electoral Ward
Town & Castle
Westminster Constituency
Dover and Deal

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