--- title: "Framework for the Provision of Supply and Install of 11KV Switch Gear" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9ade49bc-6c63-490c-b012-9b4abfcc2412" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9ade49bc-6c63-490c-b012-9b4abfcc2412" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9ade49bc-6c63-490c-b012-9b4abfcc2412.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9ade49bc-6c63-490c-b012-9b4abfcc2412.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2024-12-17" --- # Framework for the Provision of Supply and Install of 11KV Switch Gear Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9ade49bc-6c63-490c-b012-9b4abfcc2412 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9ade49bc-6c63-490c-b012-9b4abfcc2412) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9ade49bc-6c63-490c-b012-9b4abfcc2412.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham has announced a requirement for a framework contract focusing on the supply and installation of 11KV switchgear across various substations on its campus located in the West Midlands, UK (postal code B15 2TT). This open procedure tender, valued between £1,000,000 and £2,000,000, falls under the services category and pertains to the repair and maintenance of electrical and mechanical building installations (CPV code: 50710000). The procurement process is currently active, with the tender period ending on 24th January 2025. The contract is scheduled to commence on 28th February 2025 and conclude on 27th February 2028. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in high voltage electrical installations and maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited for this contract, given the inclusivity stated in the tender's suitability criteria. The successful bidder will be responsible not only for the supply and installation of the switchgear but also for testing, protection works, and any associated civil works and cable replacements. Companies with expertise in comprehensive electrical works, from installation to commissioning and decommissioning of electrical equipment, will find this opportunity particularly advantageous for expanding their footprint in the higher education sector. ## Notice The University of Birmingham has a requirement for a Framework for the Provision of the supply and install of High Voltage 11KV Switch Gear in various Substations on campus. The University intends to appoint a single Framework operator to deliver this requirement. At the discretion of the University of Birmingham there may be a requirement to replace main and sub distribution LV panels, circuit protective devices and reconnect the existing circuits back into the new switchgear. Testing of the circuits and protection works, shall form part of this framework. Any civils work or cable replacement required for the new switch gear shall also form part of this works. The successful contractor/ supplier shall be responsible for removal of the old switch gear, the installation and commissioning of the new switchgear in its entirety. The selection of the switchgear shall comply with the University of Birmingham Estates electrical specification, and or the requirements of the Estates Infrastructure team. Please see the specification published on In-Tend, for the full specification. Additional information: University of Birmingham tenders are published on the University's InTend website: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham. To express your interest, download the documentation and submit your response you will need to register for free and log on to the website. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/544ceb8b-1a38-483f-9595-7a8a47fb1ab4 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Feb 2025 - 27 Feb 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | EDGBASTON | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations ## Release History - 17 Dec 2024 at 15:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/544ceb8b-1a38-483f-9595-7a8a47fb1ab4 - 19 Nov 2024 at 16:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/544ceb8b-1a38-483f-9595-7a8a47fb1ab4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/544ceb8b-1a38-483f-9595-7a8a47fb1ab4 17th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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