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Planning

13 Jul 2026 at 15:43

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Tower Hamlets is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "HAR6063 - Electrical Measured Term Contract". This procurement involves the delivery of comprehensive electrical works and associated services for the council's buildings. The contract falls under the 'works' industry category and encompasses services such as electrical repairs, maintenance, and installation of systems in London, United Kingdom. As part of the planning phase, a market engagement exercise is currently underway to inform the scope and approach of the contract. Interested bidders must register their interest by 24th July 2026, with the planning phase due to end in late July 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical systems, repairs, and maintenance. Given its potential value of £2.7 million, the contract could significantly boost business growth, particularly for SMEs that can provide reliable and comprehensive electrical services. The contract period extends for an initial two-year term, with options to extend, making it an attractive proposition for companies looking for long-term commitments in public sector work. This is a promising opportunity for firms with expertise in ensuring building systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational.

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Notice Title

HAR6063 - Electrical Measured Term Contract

Notice Description

London Borough of Tower Hamlets (LBTH) is undertaking a Pre-Market Engagement exercise in advance of a forthcoming procurement for the delivery of comprehensive electrical works and associated services. The Council is seeking early input from the market to help inform the structure, scope, and approach of the proposed contract. The scope of services may include, but is not limited to, electrical repairs and maintenance, servicing and testing of electrical systems, installation of electric hot water and electric heating systems, other electrical-related works to Council buildings. The proposed contract will run for an initial 2-year term, with the option to extend for up to 2 additional years (1 year + 1 year). This service is essential to ensure that the Council's buildings remain safe, compliant, and operational, supporting both frontline services to residents and the effective use of workspaces for staff. Further details on how to participate in the Pre-Market Engagement exercise, including timelines and format, can be found in the attached documentation.

Planning Information

All bidders need to be registered on Proactis/Due North in order to access this opportunity through the London Tenders portal and express your interest on the project board (DN781083) by no later than 17:00 hours on 24th July 2026. https://www.londontenders.org You will then be issued with an MS Teams invite with your timeslot.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c9ee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065790-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment

45310000 - Electrical installation work

50116100 - Electrical-system repair services

50532400 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

71314100 - Electrical services

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOWER HAMLETS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 1BJ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

Further Information

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