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Tender for EV Charging Hubs / Infrastructure Management

Dundee City Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

01 Oct 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

20 Nov 2024 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Dundee City Council recently awarded a contract for the operation and expansion of electric vehicle (EV) charging hubs and depot charging in Dundee City. This procurement falls under the services category and was conducted through an open procedure. The awarded contract, concluded with SWARCO Smart Charging Limited, encompasses the management of existing EV charging hubs, the establishment of a new rapid charging hub in the city's north, and the augmentation of charging facilities within council depots. Valued at approximately £45,198,678, the contract was signed on 11th September 2025. Originally tendered as DCC/CD/82/24, this contract serves to deliver vital infrastructural enhancements to support Dundee’s growing EV ecosystem.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in EV infrastructure, particularly those capable of offering high-quality hardware solutions and competitive pricing. The project's scope is well-suited for large-scale contractors with the capability to manage and expand EV charging networks, potentially providing significant long-term revenue. Opportunities exist for businesses focusing on sustainable energy solutions, urban planning, and public service enhancements. Dundee’s strategic focus on developing its EV infrastructure underpins growing public and private sector collaborations, making it an attractive arena for companies looking to expand their market presence and impact in the rapidly evolving green energy landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for EV Charging Hubs / Infrastructure Management

Notice Description

This procurement process is for the contract for EV Charging Hubs / Infrastructure Management.

Lot Information

Operation & Expansion of Hubs & Depot Charging

Lot 1 - is in relation to the operation of the existing charging hubs in Dundee and the expansion of this to include the delivery of a new rapid charging hub to the north of the city and an increase in charging hubs within council depots.. Contract value of 46,000,000 GBP (and the tender price) is based upon an estimate of the gross income to be collected by the provider over the term of the contract. The amount retained by the provider after returning the electricity costs and the named revenue share to the Council is estimated to be 17,000,000 GBP over the term of the contract. Please note these are estimates only.

Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 20 years, with break clauses at years 10 and 15. The break clauses will only be invoked by mutual consent of the contractor and Dundee City Council.

On-Street & Community Infrastructure

Lot 2 - is in relation to the installation and operation of the charge points to be installed as part of the Transport Scotland (TS) Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund (EVIF).. Contract value of 7,000,000 GBP (and the tender price) is based upon an estimate of the gross income to be collected by the provider over the term of the contract. The amount retained by the provider after returning the electricity costs and the named revenue share to the Council is estimated to be 2,500,000 GBP over the term of the contract. Please note these are estimates only.

Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 20 years, with break clauses at years 10 and 15. The break clauses will only be invoked by mutual consent of the contractor and Dundee City Council.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000783209
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540369
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

31158000 - Chargers

34144900 - Electric vehicles

45315300 - Electricity supply installations

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

65300000 - Electricity distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£53,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£53,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,198,677 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Dundee City Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 1QE
Postcode Area
Dundee
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City
Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWARCO Smart Charging Limited

Further Information

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