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title: "636_17 Vehicle Charging Infrastructure"
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# 636_17 Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-337b9cd1-ed32-4a39-9b7e-16a380f9affb

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Espo, a Central Purchasing Body located in Leicester, which is seeking suppliers for its "636_17 Vehicle Charging Infrastructure" project. This tender relates to the installation and supply of electric vehicle charging points and back office solutions, among other services. The open procurement method allows for a competitive bidding process, with a significant estimated budget of £60 million. Interested suppliers have until 25 April 2017 to submit their tenders, and the contract period will commence on 1 June 2017 and last until 31 May 2019, with a potential 24-month extension.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the electric vehicle infrastructure sector, particularly those engaged in manufacturing and supplying charging solutions, installation services, and related technological innovations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the framework's inclusivity. Successful bidders will have a chance to establish long-term contracts with public bodies across the UK, thereby enhancing their market presence and contributing to the growth of sustainable transport initiatives.

## Notice

A new national multi-lot framework agreement for ultra-low emission vehicle charging infrastructure, including supply and installation of electric vehicle charging points (slow/fast/rapid) and other developing technologies. Lot No: 1 - Purchase of Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions - This lot covers the purchase of electric vehicle charge points. Lot No: 2 - Lease of Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions - This lot covers the lease of electric vehicle charge points. Lot No: 3 - Back Office Solutions - This lot covers back office solutions / Charge Point Management Systems supplied by Charge Point Network Operators for Customers with existing charging infrastructure. Lot No: 4 - Emerging Technologies - This lot covers emerging technologies such as vehicle to grid, battery energy storage, bus chargers, etc. For further details, see the ITT. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. An eAuction process may be used to award subsequent call off contracts following the reopening of competition among the parties to the Framework Agreement. As a Central Purchasing Body as defined by the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details of the classification of end user establishments and geographical areas is available on: http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcd06e76-3cd8-4406-992d-a5f46613408d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESPO |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 14 |
| Supplier names | APT CONTROLS GROUP; BMM ENERGY SOLUTIONS; CHARGE YOUR CAR; CHARGEMASTER; E.ON ENERGY SOLUTIONS; FLEXISOLAR; FRANKLIN ENERGY & ENSTO FINLAND; JOJU SOLAR (+JUUCE LTD) CONSORTIUM BID; PHOENIX RENEWABLES LTD T/A THE PHOENIX WORKS; POD POINT; SIEMENS INTELLIGENT TRAFFIC SYSTEMS; SMART PARKING; SSE ENTERPRISE CONTRACTING; THE NEW MOTION (+ ACTEMIUM) CONSORTIUM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 65 - Public utilities
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 09331000 - Solar panels
- 14213200 - Tarmac
- 30163000 - Charge cards
- 31158000 - Chargers
- 32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system
- 34920000 - Road equipment
- 38730000 - Parking meters
- 42992000 - Special-purpose electrical goods
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment
- 51214000 - Installation services of parking meter equipment
- 65400000 - Other sources of energy supplies and distribution
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs
- 71243000 - Draft plans (systems and integration)
- 71244000 - Calculation of costs, monitoring of costs
- 71245000 - Approval plans, working drawings and specifications
- 71248000 - Supervision of project and documentation
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 72400000 - Internet services

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2017 at 08:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcd06e76-3cd8-4406-992d-a5f46613408d
- 7 Apr 2017 at 11:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22dbd402-9df0-4f36-ba74-86b00b6e6782
- 16 Mar 2017 at 10:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22dbd402-9df0-4f36-ba74-86b00b6e6782

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcd06e76-3cd8-4406-992d-a5f46613408d
  28th July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22dbd402-9df0-4f36-ba74-86b00b6e6782
  7th April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastmidstenders.org
  East Mids Tenders

## Notice URLs

- http://www.espo.org
- http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal
- https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf

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