--- title: "Supply of Electrical Testing Services Y23003" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ba645770-187c-4206-9207-203e3c7ed755" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ba645770-187c-4206-9207-203e3c7ed755" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ba645770-187c-4206-9207-203e3c7ed755.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ba645770-187c-4206-9207-203e3c7ed755.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (TRADING AS KCS)" published: "2022-11-03" --- # Supply of Electrical Testing Services Y23003 Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (TRADING AS KCS) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ba645770-187c-4206-9207-203e3c7ed755 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ba645770-187c-4206-9207-203e3c7ed755) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ba645770-187c-4206-9207-203e3c7ed755.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves a tender titled "Supply of Electrical Testing Services Y23003" by Kent County Council (KCS) acting as a Professional Buying Organisation (PBO). This national Framework Agreement aims to procure electrical testing services split into three lots: Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Fixed Installation Testing (FIT), and Electrical Testing of Street Lighting and Street Furniture. The tender has a contract period starting on February 27, 2023, and ending on January 31, 2027, with a tender deadline set for December 19, 2022. This tender offers business growth opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs in the electrical services sector. Companies specializing in electrical testing, maintenance, and inspection services would be well-suited to compete. The framework agreement covers various public bodies within the UK, including local government authorities, police services, fire services, the NHS, housing associations, and more. Interested businesses can access further details and requirements through the provided link or by contacting the contracting authority via the email address csgprocurement@csltd.org.uk. ## Notice KCS Procurement Services, acting for and on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), a Professional Buying Organisation (PBO), wish to create a national, user friendly, time and cost-effective Framework Agreement for the supply of Electrical Testing Services. The Framework Agreement will be split into 3 LOTs: LOT 1 - Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) A portable appliance is an item of electrical equipment which is connected to the power supply with a flex and a plug. This includes computers and their components. Testing engineers will inspect, test and certify all portable appliances, as covered by the Institute of Electrical Engineers (IEE) Code of Practice, and provide advice as to their condition and safety. A written report and test certificate will be provided as evidence that the portable appliances have had a combined inspection and electrical safety test. LOT 2 - Fixed Installation Testing (FIT) A fixed electrical installation includes all parts of a distribution system from the main incoming supply point through to wiring accessories such as sockets and light fittings. Engineers are looking to identify any potentially dangerous defects within the system that may lead to fire or injury. The benchmark for this inspection and test process is BS 7671 (The IEE Wiring Regulations) which provides guidance on how systems must be designed, installed and maintained. After an initial visual inspection, several electronic tests are carried out by injecting test voltages and current through the system to determine the integrity and functionality of cables, accessories and disconnection devices. This form of test and inspection is paramount to safety in the workplace. A written Periodic Inspection Report will be provided as evidence that the fixed installations have had a combined inspection and electrical safety test. In addition to details and characteristics of the installation that has been tested the report will also provide the client with a list of any defects or deviations from the British Standard that may have been identified during testing. LOT 3 - Electrical Testing of Street Lighting and Street Furniture Each street lighting asset, illuminated signs/bollards and similar street furniture that requires electrical testing will have the following tests carried out and the results recorded in electronic format; Visual inspection to establish the condition of all electrical components, fixings, wiring and terminations, and integrity of the column door and surround; Verification of correct rating of protective device, continuity of protective conductors and earth bonding; Insulation resistance between live/earth and neutral/earth with assembly wiring disconnected; Earth fault loop impedance at District Network Operator supply cut-out; Capacitance Test shall be carried out and the results of measured values recorded against stated values. Additional information: To gain access and complete the necessary documents please follow the instruction below Visit - WWW.Kentbusinessportal.org.uk Select - Opportunities Select Organisation - Commercial Services Select the opportunity appropriate to you from the list provided Express interest - you may need to register first Once successful expression is completed you can access and complete the requirements in two ways 1 - when you register you will receive a successful registration email, this also contains a link taking you direct to the opportunity 2 - when you log in to proactis go to my activities, select commercial services and you will be presented with the opportunity. Following the instruction from herein For further information please email csgprocurement@csltd.org.uk All public bodies will have access to this Framework Agreement with the agreement of the Contracting Authority. Those organisations who may wish to access this Framework Agreement will be members, Affiliates and associates of the CBC Group, local government authorities, the police service, the fire service, the NHS and NHS trusts, housing associations, third sector organisations, academic centres (including Academies), free schools, publicly funded organisations and publicly owned private companies, operating within the geographic boundaries of the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Northern Ireland and Isle of Man. For additional information please see original FTS notice and/or the Invitation to Tender document ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a860710-e356-417d-913b-b7851eedef4b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Nov 2022 | | Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 27 Feb 2023 - 31 Jan 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000,000 | | 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 | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (TRADING AS KCS) | | Locality | WEST MALLING | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME19 4YT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent | | Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling | | Electoral ward | Kings Hill | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71314100 - Electrical services ## Release History - 3 Nov 2022 at 13:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a860710-e356-417d-913b-b7851eedef4b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a860710-e356-417d-913b-b7851eedef4b 3rd November 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.commercialservices.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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