Planning

EV Charging Points Software

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Planning

27 Apr 2026 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the provision and maintenance of software for electric vehicle (EV) charging points at its facility in Culham Science Centre, Oxfordshire, within the United Kingdom. The process, categorised under services and associated with industries such as chargers and software systems, aims to enhance existing and future charging infrastructure. Businesses interested should note key dates, including a scheduled engagement milestone due by 18 May 2026 and a future notice by 6 July 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 12 January 2027 and potentially extend until 2031.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in software and technology solutions, particularly those with expertise in EV charging systems and IT maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable to participate, offering them an excellent chance to expand their market footprint within sub-central government frameworks. By participating, companies can not only build relationships with a public authority but also gain visibility in an evolving market sector while contributing towards sustainable energy solutions.

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Notice Title

EV Charging Points Software

Notice Description

UKAEA is looking for the provision and maintenance of EV charging point software for our existing and any future charging points across the site.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104950&TID=100110097&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068bf8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038192-2026
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

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

31158000 - Chargers

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£73,530 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jan 2027 - 11 Jan 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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