Planning

Public EV charging network 2026

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

01 Jun 2026 at 09:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Public EV charging network 2026" project is being initiated by West Sussex County Council, which acts as the buying organisation. This initiative focuses on the installation and management of an Electric Vehicle Charging Network throughout West Sussex. Currently in the planning stage, this procurement is categorised under services, with a specific emphasis on the installation services of electrical equipment and battery chargers. The location spans across regions UKJ2, UKJ27, and UKJ28 within the United Kingdom. Aimed to commence in August 2027, the contract will run for 15 years until August 2042. A future notice is expected by April 2027, providing potential competitors with timely information ahead of the tender phase.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in electrical equipment installation, battery chargers, and related services. Companies with expertise in developing and managing electric vehicle charging networks will find this project well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this long-term contract could enhance business reputation, expand market reach, and contribute to the broader infrastructure development within West Sussex. Proactive engagement in this tender process offers SMEs a chance to secure a foothold in the burgeoning EV sector, with the added benefit of contributing to sustainable transport solutions in the region.

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Notice Title

Public EV charging network 2026

Notice Description

West Sussex County Council (WSCC) is seeking to procure an Electric Vehicle Charging Network across the county of West Sussex.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a9f6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051237-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

31158100 - Battery chargers

51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 202711 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2027 - 2 Aug 2042 Over 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
WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1RG
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex, TLJ27 West Sussex (South West), TLJ28 West Sussex (North East)

Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

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