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High Voltage/Low Voltage Switchgear Tender Notice 04

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED

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22 Jul 2026 at 14:37

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is inviting tenders for the "High Voltage/Low Voltage Switchgear Tender Notice 04". This procurement is part of ongoing infrastructure works and involves design, renewal, repair, refurbishment, installation, testing, and commissioning of high and low voltage equipment across various sites in the Northwest and Central region of the UK, as well as international locations like Bulgaria and Ireland. The tender is active, with a competitive flexible procedure allowing for open procurement. Interested parties must note key deadlines, with the tender period closing on 28th August 2026, while enquiries can be submitted until 21st August 2026. The contract is valued at up to £16,320,000, significantly enticing for businesses specializing in works, particularly within the HVAC and low-voltage installation sectors.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies with expertise in electrical infrastructure, specifically those that can handle HV/LV switchgear and related installations. Ideal candidates will be suppliers already registered with specific codes related to LV switchgear design and HV transformer maintenance. This framework may bring substantial growth possibilities, particularly for businesses ready to engage in both local and international projects. With a framework agreement offering the potential for extensions and mini-competitions, companies have the chance to establish long-term relationships and secure steady contracts, enhancing business stability and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

High Voltage/Low Voltage Switchgear Tender Notice 04

Notice Description

The Framework is to cover the provision of labour, materials and all necessary plant for the Design; Renewal; Repair; Refurbishment; Installation; Testing and Commissioning of High & Low Voltage Equipment Works/Repairs with a strong emphasis on HV and LV rectification at various sites within the Northwest and Central (NW&C) Region.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions are allowed for 1+1+1 years subject to suffiecent funds being available, and shall not be extended past 30/04/2035

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d11f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069287-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

42512300 - HVAC packages

45315600 - Low-voltage installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,600,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£13,600,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
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
SE1 8SW
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLI3 Inner London - West, TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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