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Summary of the contracting process

West Suffolk Council is inviting tenders for an Electrical Services Maintenance Contract, spanning from 2026 to 2031. Located in Bury St Edmunds, the contract involves a wide range of electrical works, including planned servicing, corrective maintenance, and refurbishment of corporate buildings. The industry category encompasses construction and electrical installation work, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and safety across the council's facilities. The procurement stage is currently active under an open competition method, with electronic submissions allowed until 31st July 2026. Enquiries can be submitted until 24th July 2026. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 2,000,000, with the contract set to commence on 1st October 2026 and conclude on 30th September 2031.

This tender opportunity presents significant growth prospects for businesses specialising in electrical installations and maintenance, particularly those accredited by NICEIC or ECA. Companies with expertise in energy-efficient solutions and experience in public sector contracts will find this tender especially beneficial. The contract offers a stable five-year engagement and the ability to work on diverse projects, including re-wiring, EICR testing, and emergency lighting installations. Firms capable of delivering high-quality service at competitive rates, as outlined in the award criteria of 55% price and 45% quality, will be well-positioned to succeed in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Electrical Services Maintenance Contract 2026 - 2031

Notice Description

Planned servicing, corrective maintenance and refurbishment works of corporate buildings (Electrical services) within West Suffolk Council. General description of works listed below: Stripping out old installations and re-wiring. Providing or relocating electrical items to existing circuits. Wiring of new buildings. Installing new or upgraded electrical supplies to buildings. Carrying out EICR Testing and upgrading and certifying installations. Replacing lamps and fittings. Testing and repairing water heaters, hand dryers and extraction fans. Enabling works for alarm, CCTV and other installations Providing electrical services is association with other contractors or trades Emergency lighting installations. Replacement external lighting e.g. street lighting and floodlighting. Design and installation of controls. Design and installation of energy reducing lighting and other efficiency measures. Repair and replacement of UPS installations. Servicing photovoltaic generation equipment. Installation of electric heating systems Testing & inspecting EV chargers All electrical works to be carried out by NICEIC, ECA or other appropriately accredited contractor. Minor building works associated with electrical services including non-licensed and notifiable non-licensed (NNLW) asbestos works.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c3a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062933-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45210000 - Building construction work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work

45311100 - Electrical wiring work

45311200 - Electrical fitting work

45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment

45317000 - Other electrical installation work

50116100 - Electrical-system repair services

50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

71314100 - Electrical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST SUFFOLK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BURY ST EDMUNDS
Postcode
IP33 3YU
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH64 West Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Minden
Westminster Constituency
Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Further Information

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