Tender

WHC - Installations of Mains Isolator Switches.

WELWYN HATFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

11 May 2026 at 10:29

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council involves the tender for the installation of Electricity Mains Isolation Switches within social housing across the Borough of Welwyn Hatfield. This opportunity falls under the services industry category, specifically electrical installation and mechanical equipment installation services, with the main location being the United Kingdom, region UKH23. The tender is currently active and part of an open competition below the threshold, with the tender period ending on 12th June 2026. Key dates include an enquiry period that ends on 3rd June 2026, and the contract period is set from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2029, with a potential renewal period of one year.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical installations and possessing a Meter Operation Code of Practice Agreement. The procurement method, being an open competition, allows for a diverse range of suitably qualified contractors to participate, providing potential growth in this niche market. The evaluation criteria place emphasis on both price and quality, offering a fair chance for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and larger businesses alike. Businesses providing NICEIC certified services will find this project particularly aligned with their capabilities and growth objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WHC - Installations of Mains Isolator Switches.

Notice Description

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council (hereinafter referred to as the Council) is seeking tenders from suitably qualified contractors to undertake the Installation of Electricity Mains Isolation Switches within social housing in the Borough of Welwyn Hatfield. Contractors will need to: 1) Install the isolation switch (Wylex 100amp double pole switch ( REC)) and Meter Tails. 2) Undertake all the administration required 3) Supply an NICEIC test certificate. It is imperative that the Contractor holds a valid certificate of registration for a Meter Operation Code of Practice Agreement and will need to provide this as part of their tender submission.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06956c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042883-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 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
WELWYN HATFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL8 6AE
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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