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CP2824-26 : Electrical Testing, Fire Alarm and Electric Vehicle Charging Service Term Contract

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Devon County Council is seeking tenders for a Service Term Contract titled "CP2824-26: Electrical Testing, Fire Alarm and Electric Vehicle Charging Service Term Contract," as part of an open procedure. The contract encompasses servicing, inspection, and testing of mechanical and electrical installations across the Devon County Council's estate, specifically targeting fire alarms, emergency lighting, and electric vehicle chargers. The procurement falls under the "Repair and maintenance services" industry category and is located in the UKK region of the United Kingdom. The tender process is currently active, with key deadlines including the enquiry period ending on 26 June 2026, and the tender submission deadline on 7 July 2026. The award decision is anticipated by 15 July 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in repair and maintenance services to expand their business within the public sector. Companies skilled in the inspection and certification of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, electrical installations, and EV charger servicing are well-suited for this contract. As it encompasses two lots with a substantial overall value of £1,470,437.00, businesses with competencies in either specific or combined services can benefit from long-term partnerships, particularly as the contracts can be extended up to four years in 24-month increments. Engaging in this tender positions businesses to partake in essential public service infrastructure projects, fostering stability and growth.

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Notice Title

CP2824-26 : Electrical Testing, Fire Alarm and Electric Vehicle Charging Service Term Contract

Notice Description

Service Term Contract for the servicing, inspection and testing of mechanical and electrical plant installations within DCC's Estate. The services required are divided into the following Lots: Lot 1 - Fire alarm and Emergency Lighting inspection and testing Lot 2 - Electrical installation Testing and EV Charger servicing

Lot Information

Fire alarm and Emergency Lighting inspection and testing only

Provision of inspection, testing, and certification services for fire alarm systems and emergency lighting inspection, testing and installations to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract by up to four years in 24 months increments with the agreement of the Contractor.

Electrical installation Testing and EV Charger servicing only

Provision of electrical installation testing and electric vehicle charger servicing to ensure safety, performance, and compliance with applicable standards.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract by up to four years in 24 months increments with the agreement of the Contractor.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b42a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055756-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,470,437 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,470,437 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2032-01-20

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 4QD
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Newtown and St Leonard's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Further Information

Notice Documents

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