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title: "Owned Plant Maintenance Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06068a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CADENT GAS LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-14"
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# Owned Plant Maintenance Services

Buyer: CADENT GAS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06068a

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## Summary

Cadent Gas Limited has completed the procurement process for "Owned Plant Maintenance Services". This tender sought comprehensive maintenance, repair, and compliance support for Cadent's plant and vehicle assets, with full operational coverage across multiple UK regions, including the East Midlands, East of England, North London, North West, and West Midlands. The procurement was executed through a selective procedure with a competitive flexible approach, culminating in awarded contracts on 14 July 2026. Suppliers such as Plantexpand Limited and SK Plant Limited have secured contracts, with services expected to commence from 1 September 2026, running until 31 August 2029, and potentially extending to 2034. This tender falls under the 'services' category and complies with the utilities special regime, representing a substantial business opportunity with a gross contract value of GBP 6.72 million across all lots.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services, particularly those experienced with large plant assets and capable of providing 24/7 support. Companies that can deliver logistical and technical support, including compliance with UK regulations like LOLER, are well-positioned to compete. The comprehensive nature of Cadent's requirements, covering everything from preventative maintenance to defect management, highlights the potential for sustained business growth for companies capable of meeting the demanding service levels and operational footprint required by Cadent. SMEs like Plantexpand Limited have successfully been awarded portions of this tender, demonstrating opportunities for well-prepared smaller enterprises to expand their market presence within the public utilities sector.

## Notice

Cadent is looking for an end to end maintenance, repair, and compliance support service for Cadent's plant and vehicle assets across specified networks, providing 24/7/365 operational coverage. Workshop / Repair Network Coverage for entire Cadent footprint or specific network bidding for: -Provisions around collection & delivery -Provision for out of hours servicing when necessary -Tyre Replacement service -Supplier will provide fixed and mobile provisions across all of Cadent's Plant assets / footprint 24/7/365 Document management of Cadent Owned Vehicles -Checking, filing and storing of original maintenance records from all garages -Filing and storage of statutory certificates -Upload copies of documentation and certificates into platforms/portals including the Cadent Asset Database -SLA on compliance documentation being uploaded onto portals e.g. Loler Certificates within 48 hours. -Production and storage of defect rectification documents. Scheduled Maintenance -Producing and sending invites for scheduled maintenance -Providing garage booking support including provisions for collection and delivery on all asset types -Providing bookings for main dealers (manufacturers safety recalls) -Management of missed appointments via daily reports -Management of LOLER inspections booking for plant -Management of trailer mandatory brake testing following intervention with the brake system -Will establish a communication with Manufacturers to ensure that recalls and campaigns are merged into the safety inspection plan. Cost Control & Workflow -Guide times for standard servicing and repair items -Producing detailed additional authority requests for onward delivery to Cadent for approval. Processing authority once approval is given -Obtain prior approval before incurring expenditure beyond agreed levels. -Liaising with Manufacturers for warranty management -Job estimate and authority to be submitted in a timely manner (SLA) -Evaluation of job estimates ensuring unessential work is kept to a minimum without compromising compliance, safety, quality and VOR time Technical support -Issuing and managing manufacturer safety recalls -Producing bespoke inspection/service sheets -Supporting with technical bulletins -Supporting with technical skill, advice and compliance -Recommendations on proactive campaigns on preventative maintenance, reducing VOR time -Actively support Cadent campaigns and safety recalls -Route cause analysis for major failures - engineering investigation and reports provided for Cadent General Resource - Cadent need: -Account Manager -Competent persons to manage Cadent defects -Support Cadent in each Network and ensure all support is Network aligned 0800 - 1800hrs Customer support via telephone and email -Supply and resource single point of contact Driver Helpline number (freephone) providing 24/7/365 coverage including recovery -Escalation management -Provision of breakdown services 24/7/365 for all Cadent plant

### Lot Information

East Midlands

Renewal: Any contract extension may be exercised where there is a continued business need, satisfactory supplier performance, and it represents value for money, in accordance with the terms of the contract. Extensions would be carried out in intervals as agreed between Cadent and the supplier(s).

East of England

Renewal: Any contract extension may be exercised where there is a continued business need, satisfactory supplier performance, and it represents value for money, in accordance with the terms of the contract. Extensions would be carried out in intervals as agreed between Cadent and the supplier(s).

North London

Renewal: Any contract extension may be exercised where there is a continued business need, satisfactory supplier performance, and it represents value for money, in accordance with the terms of the contract. Extensions would be carried out in intervals as agreed between Cadent and the supplier(s).

North West

Renewal: Any contract extension may be exercised where there is a continued business need, satisfactory supplier performance, and it represents value for money, in accordance with the terms of the contract. Extensions would be carried out in intervals as agreed between Cadent and the supplier(s).

West Midlands

Renewal: Any contract extension may be exercised where there is a continued business need, satisfactory supplier performance, and it represents value for money, in accordance with the terms of the contract. Extensions would be carried out in intervals as agreed between Cadent and the supplier(s).

### Planning Information

Does your company have experience in providing Owned Plant Maintenance Services for a plant size of 900?
Can you provide full coverage across the entire Cadent footprint or specify which networks you can service?
Can you support out-of-hours servicing, including urgent repair needs?
What are your response times for breakdowns, and do you offer 24/7/365 support?
Please express your interest via emailing chloe.pitchers@cadentgas.com and samuel.butterfield@cadentgas.com with your proposal outlining your services and capabilities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066240-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | 12 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,600,000 |
| Lots value | £5,600,000 |
| Awards value | £5,600,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CADENT GAS LIMITED |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV7 9JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG13 Warwickshire CC |
| Local authority | Rugby |
| Electoral ward | Revel and Binley Woods |
| Westminster constituency | Rugby |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | PLANTEXPAND; SK PLANT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant
- 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2026 at 13:26 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066240-2026
- 18 Mar 2026 at 12:55 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024576-2026
- 15 Jan 2026 at 12:30 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003457-2026
- 15 Jan 2026 at 12:15 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003448-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066240-2026
  14th July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024576-2026
  18th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003457-2026
  15th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003448-2026
  15th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://cadentgas.com/
- https://service.ariba.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.plantexpand.com/

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