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SKDC-1471 INSTALLATION OF ULTRA-RAPID ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGE POINTS

SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Planning

30 Jul 2026 at 16:32

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

South Kesteven District Council, located in Grantham, UK, is initiating a procurement process under the planning stage for the installation of ultra-rapid electric vehicle charge points. This tender, identified as "SKDC-1471," falls under the industry category of electrical work, specifically chargers and installation, and is aimed at enhancing the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles throughout the district. The process involves initial market research and a soft market testing exercise inviting suppliers to provide insights until the deadline on 1st September 2026. The Council, collaborating with Welland Procurement as the procuring entity, aims to leverage this information to inform its procurement strategy, with potential contract periods commencing on 31st October 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in electrical installations and green technologies. By engaging in the competitive process, businesses can contribute to the council's goal of enhancing renewable energy use and developing sustainable infrastructure. Companies with the capability to supply and install rapid and ultra-rapid charge points could benefit from participation, potentially influencing the council's choice of delivery models and procurement approaches. The opportunity fosters business growth by aligning with the council's long-term energy strategy and commitment to modernising services for residents and visitors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SKDC-1471 INSTALLATION OF ULTRA-RAPID ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGE POINTS

Notice Description

South Kesteven District Council are conducting initial market research in which they are seeking information from a range of commissioners and providers to inform their procurement approach. In particular, the Council are looking to respondents to: 1. Share learning on a range of delivery solutions 2. Share learning on different procurement approaches 3. Share feedback on the appeal of installing rapid and ultra rapid charge points across a range of Council-owned sites in South Kesteven. South Kesteven District Council is currently looking at options for its provision of rapid/ ultra-rapid charging infrastructure for electric vehicles across the district and to implement the best model which provides a sustainable and modernised service to meet the needs of our residents. This will align with the Council's ambitions to drive partnership opportunities to support and encourage renewable energy use in the district and unlock green growth, and ensure South Kesteven has a high-quality network of electric vehicle charging points that meets the needs of residents, businesses and visitors. The soft market testing exercise is intended to allow interested organisations with appropriate experience to outline their views and ideas about the future provision of South Kesteven's publicly available fast charging infrastructure. The Council will consider the responses received as a result of this exercise to help define the preferred operating model for the provision of rapid/ultra-rapid charge points, and to help inform the options appraisal and the decision-making process. Potential bidders will not be prejudiced by any response or failure to respond to the soft market testing. Potential bidders must also note that a response to this soft market testing exercise does not guarantee an invitation to participate in this or any future procurement exercise that the Council may conduct. Providers are invited to provide a response to the soft market questionnaire that can be accessed via the below link: https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=adedc36b-318c-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True The deadline for submission for the soft market testing is: 12 noon 1st September 2026.

Planning Information

Providers are invited to provide a response to the soft market questionnaire that can be accessed via the below link: https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=adedc36b-318c-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True The deadline for submission for the soft market testing is: 12 noon 1st September 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d826
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072416-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

31158000 - Chargers

45317000 - Other electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

WELLAND PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GRANTHAM
Postcode
NG31 6TT
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Local Authority
Melton
Electoral Ward
Melton Warwick
Westminster Constituency
Melton and Syston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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