--- title: "JV SCS Multi-Site Utility Connection Works" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-24a359c0-724d-4e2e-882b-7f54ed7bb920" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-24a359c0-724d-4e2e-882b-7f54ed7bb920" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24a359c0-724d-4e2e-882b-7f54ed7bb920.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24a359c0-724d-4e2e-882b-7f54ed7bb920.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCS JV" published: "2026-07-24" --- # JV SCS Multi-Site Utility Connection Works Buyer: SCS JV Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24a359c0-724d-4e2e-882b-7f54ed7bb920 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-24a359c0-724d-4e2e-882b-7f54ed7bb920) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24a359c0-724d-4e2e-882b-7f54ed7bb920.json) ## Summary The public procurement process, initiated by SCS JV, is focused on the "JV SCS Multi-Site Utility Connection Works," aimed at improving utility infrastructures across several construction sites in London. This tender, categorised under construction work for pipelines, communication, and power lines, identifies the precise delivery location as London, UK. The current phase is the Tender stage, with the process having started on 24th July 2026, and bids required by 19th August 2026. The contract, valued between £2,500,000 and £5,000,000, is set to commence on 4th January 2027 and conclude on 4th September 2034. The procurement method details were unspecified in the document, and the process involves potential division into trade-specific lots for power, water, and telecommunications. This tender opens up opportunities for Independent Connection Providers (ICPs), Self-Lay Providers (SLPs), and multi-utility contractors, offering a significant growth avenue for businesses experienced in the design, procurement, and installation of primary utility infrastructures. Businesses with a proven track record in operating within high-density urban settings and compliance with industry norms like NRSWA and Low Emission Standards in London will find themselves suitably positioned to compete. The contract includes multi-faceted work on power, water, and telecommunications systems, making it particularly relevant to those with complex project handling capabilities in these sectors. ## Notice We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and accredited Independent Connection Providers (ICPs), Self-Lay Providers (SLPs), and multi-utility contractors to deliver contestable utility connection works across several active construction sites in London. Please note that the estimated contract value shown is based on a per site average. The works encompass the design, procurement, excavation, installation, testing, and commissioning of primary utility infrastructure for: - Power (HV/LV distribution and substation connections) - Water (Main tapping, metering, chlorination, and adoption prep) - Telecommunications (Ducting, chambers, and fibre integration) SCOPE OF WORKS BY UTILITY a) Power Infrastructure: - Installation of High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) cables. - Substation base construction, transformer positioning, and jointing. - Delivery of contestable works under UK Power Networks (UKPN) adoption standards. b) Water Infrastructure: - Main connections, boundary box installations, and site distribution pipework. - Pressure testing, chlorination, and water sampling under Thames Water / Affinity Water standards. c) Telecoms & Communications: - Installation of Openreach / Virgin Media / Altnets compliant ducting and footway chambers. - Cable pulling, lead-in installation, and box terminations. LONDON OPERATIONAL CONSTRAINTS & SITE CONDITIONS Contracts will take place in high-density urban environments. Bidders must demonstrate proven capability in managing: - NRSWA Compliance & Highway Authorities: Securing Section 50/171 licenses, managing Traffic Management (TM) schemes, and adhering to London Borough / TfL permit systems. - Sub-surface Utilities: Operating in congested underground service environments utilizing PAS 128 (Type B/A) utility mapping and GPR scanning prior to excavation. - Low Emission Requirements: Compliance with London's NRMM (Non-Road Mobile Machinery) emissions standards and FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) Silver/Gold for site deliveries. CONTRACTUAL STRUCTURE We reserve the right to award this scope as a single multi-utility package or split the requirements into trade-specific lots (Water, Power, Telecoms) depending on response quality. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b43e8bdd-df47-4469-8bcb-7533889a00e7 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jan 2027 - 4 Sep 2034 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCS JV | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | WC1B 4DA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Bloomsbury | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45231000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines - 45231300 - Construction work for water and sewage pipelines - 45231400 - Construction work for electricity power lines - 45232332 - Ancillary works for telecommunications ## Release History - 24 Jul 2026 at 10:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b43e8bdd-df47-4469-8bcb-7533889a00e7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b43e8bdd-df47-4469-8bcb-7533889a00e7 24th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.competefor.co.uk/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=116393744 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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