---
title: "EICR Testing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-046cf9"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD"
published: "2024-09-09"
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# EICR Testing

Buyer: LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-046cf9

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## Summary

NHS Lothian, operating as the Lothian Health Board, has issued a procurement process under the classification "Electrical services" with the title "EICR Testing". This initiative aims to administer a comprehensive Schedule of Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) testing across NHS Lothian assets. The procurement, conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland-Tender Portal, employs an open procedure and is currently in the active stage. Notable deadlines include a tender period ending on 3rd July 2024, with the contract award beginning on the same date. The contract term is initially set for one year starting 6th August 2024, with a potential extension for an additional year. The scope of work mandates periodic inspection and testing of electrical systems, including thermal imaging under specific conditions, across regions like Edinburgh (UKM73), West Lothian (UKM75), and Midlothian (UKM78). Community benefits are also emphasized as part of this procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical services, particularly those with experience in large-scale health sector projects. Companies that meet the stringent criteria for technical and financial capability, including holding appropriate qualifications and maintaining necessary insurance coverage, stand a good chance of winning. Additionally, the contract's foreseeable extension and its association with the reputable NHS Lothian makes it an attractive prospect for growth-oriented enterprises. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate relevant experience and a robust safety and quality management system would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement underscores a commitment to both service quality and community enrichment, appealing to conscientious service providers.

## Notice

The contractor will be expected to implement a fully comprehensive Schedule of Inspection and Testing (EICR) schedule across NHS Lothian as per the asset listing.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Lothian utilises SFG 20 to determine suitable workplaces and schedules. Work plan '44-11 & SHTM 06-23 - Period Inspection and Testing' defines the requirements of this service.. Each distribution board shall be subject to 5 year inspection and test. There will be occasions where power cannot be removed from Distribution Boards due to clinical risk. If this event exists, then there is a requirement to carry out Thermal Imaging of Electrical Systems (under 1000VAC) SFG Work plan 44-16 with Earth Loop Impedance test. Prior to this change being implemented it must be agreed by Head of Estates and Hard FM Area Manager and recorded through contract governance. The SFG 20 work plan is contained within the suite of procurement documents available for download on PCS-Tender.

Renewal: The proposed contract period is an initial 12 momth contract with the option to extend for + 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028824-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 5 Aug 2024 - 5 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £150 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 3EG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM78 West Lothian |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BUREAU VERITAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 50532400 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment
- 71314100 - Electrical services

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2024 at 14:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028824-2024
- 3 Jun 2024 at 11:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017149-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000764656
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00326
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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