Planning

Commercial Fixed Electrical, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Emergency Lights Testing & Electrical Protection

CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 07:14

Summary of the contracting process

Carmarthenshire County Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a contract titled "Commercial Fixed Electrical, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Emergency Lights Testing & Electrical Protection." This initiative falls under the services category, specifically involving repair and maintenance, architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. Located in the Carmarthen region (UKL14), the procurement is planned with a significant contract value grossing £6,000,000, with £500,000 net value. Key dates include the future notice of the procurement scheduled for 1st September 2026, and the contract period expected to commence on 1st May 2027, concluding on 30th April 2031. The procurement will operate under Welsh devolved regulations, adhering to the UK legislative framework.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in electrical services, testing, and maintenance. SMEs will find this contract especially accessible, as the procurement methods accommodate such organisations, and includes a framework agreement. Companies engaging in electrical installations, EV charging solutions, HV/LV panel servicing, and related fields are well-suited to pursue this tender. Involvement in such a substantial project not only aligns businesses with esteemed public sector work but also supports their growth by providing long-term contractual security and the chance to demonstrate capabilities in large-scale public sector undertakings.

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Notice Title

Commercial Fixed Electrical, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Emergency Lights Testing & Electrical Protection

Notice Description

Servicing, service remedial works, responsive repairs, planned and major works upgrades to include: Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR's) Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Emergency Lighting EV Charging Solar PV/Battery Storage/Cleaning Surge Protection Devices Air Circuit Breakers (ACB's) Lightning Protection (PTSG) Annual Inspections/Routine Checks HV (High Voltage) Transformers LV (Low Voltage) Panels Generators "

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a033
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047477-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARMARTHEN
Postcode
SA31 1JP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales

Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town North and South
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

Further Information

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