Planning

Electrical Testing ( EICR and Remedials) Service

THE INDUSTRIAL DWELLINGS SOCIETY (1885) LTD

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Planning

01 May 2026 at 13:01

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Industrial Dwellings Society (1885) Ltd, a sub-central government public authority based in London, is in the planning stage of a tender process for providing Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) and associated electrical remedial works across its housing stock. The procurement process, set to commence with market engagement on 1st June 2026, aims at enhancing electrical safety and compliance in both domestic and non-domestic properties throughout their portfolio. The services targeted fall under the 'Electrical services' and 'Test and evaluation' categories, with a planned contract period from November 2026 to October 2029. Interested service providers are encouraged to participate in the preliminary market engagement, scheduled to close on the 31st of May 2026, as part of a transparent and non-discriminatory process.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses skilled in electrical services, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive EICR and PAT services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially suited to compete, given the emphasis on delivering efficient first-time testing and compliance solutions. With a procurement value estimated at £150,000, businesses specialising in electrical testing and remedial works can expand their market presence through participation in this competitive tender. Successful contractors will need to demonstrate proficiency in adhering to statutory and regulatory standards, ensuring the safety and functionality of various property types through detailed testing and maintenance programmes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Electrical Testing ( EICR and Remedials) Service

Notice Description

IDS will invite tenders from qualified and experienced service providers to deliver a comprehensive programme of: Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) on a 5-year cyclical basis, including all associated C1 and C2 remedial works, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) on a programmed/cyclical basis, across domestic and non-domestic properties within our property portfolio. These services are essential to maintain the safety and compliance of our housing stock, in line with all applicable statutory and regulatory standards. 1. Electrical Installation Condition Reporting (EICR) Inspection and testing of domestic, communal, and commercial electrical installations in accordance with the latest edition of BS 7671 and Guidance Note 3. Completion of full EICRs and electronic submission of reports within 5 working days of testing. Testing to include all necessary checks (e.g. polarity, insulation resistance, earth fault loop impedance, continuity, etc.) and a visual photographic record of the consumer unit. Testing of smoke/CO alarms, extractor fans, and mechanical extraction systems. Completion of all C1 and C2 remedial works at the point of inspection, resulting in a "SATISFACTORY" outcome. Servicing of various property types, including: Domestic (occupied and void) Communal areas (low rise) Sheltered schemes Commercial/office spaces 2. Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) PAT testing of all relevant portable electrical appliances, conducted in line with: The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 The IEE Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing Testing of all applicable equipment including white goods, IT devices, portable/fixed plug-top appliances. Digital record of each tested appliance to include: asset ID, date, tester's signature, pass/fail status, and next test due date. Clear labelling of all items tested, with failed appliances to be removed or repaired and retested. Access and Engagement IDS will provide access contact information and support for scheduling. Contractors must demonstrate effective first-time access protocols, including: Initial contact 60-120 days before test due date Follow-up letter schedule and escalation to IDS where access is not gained Documented proof of communication attempts retained

Planning Information

The purpose of this engagement is to inform the market of a future procurement for the delivery of Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) and associated electrical remedial works across its housing stock. This notice does not constitute a call for competition and participation will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any subsequent procurement process. All engagement will be conducted in a transparent, proportionate and non‑discriminatory manner. Information shared during engagement will be treated equally and will not confer a competitive advantage in any subsequent procurement. Participation is voluntary and will not be a condition of participation in any future tender. Subject to internal approval processes, the tender will be published 1st June 2026 on the Find a Tender Service and on In Tend.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069060
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040554-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

71314100 - Electrical services

73430000 - Test and evaluation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20265 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE INDUSTRIAL DWELLINGS SOCIETY (1885) LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N16 8BP
Post Town
North London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Hackney
Electoral Ward
Stoke Newington
Westminster Constituency
Hackney North and Stoke Newington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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