---
title: "High Voltage Electricity Connection Temporary Ring Main Unit at Sunderland Royal Hospital"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060fae"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CITY HOSPITALS INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED"
published: "2026-01-27"
---

# High Voltage Electricity Connection Temporary Ring Main Unit at Sunderland Royal Hospital

Buyer: CITY HOSPITALS INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060fae

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Limited, revolves around a project titled "High Voltage Electricity Connection Temporary Ring Main Unit at Sunderland Royal Hospital". This initiative falls under the 'works' industry category and is located in Sunderland, United Kingdom. Currently, the process is in the award stage, with Northern Powergrid (Northeast) PLC designated as the supplier. The procurement involved a direct method below threshold without competition, adhering to the legal framework outlined in the 2023/54 UKPGA. Significant dates include a future signature milestone scheduled for 9th February 2026, with the contract period running from 25th February 2026 to 30th June 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in the high voltage electricity installation sector, specifically those capable of undertaking large-scale infrastructure projects. Given the project's requirements for replacing high voltage equipment and cabling at both the Sunderland Royal and Sorley Substations, companies with experience in infrastructure maintenance and upgrade would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging in such projects can enhance a company's portfolio in the public sector and foster growth through the development of specialised expertise in energy distribution networks.

## Notice

Brief Scope of Works, the project consists of two primary workstreams: 1. Sunderland Royal Substation - Replacement of existing HV equipment and associated cabling. 2. Sunderland Sorley Substation - Enabling works, replacement of HV equipment, and associated cabling. Northern Powergrid are the licensed Distribution Network Operator (DNOs) for this infrustructure i.e. they are the owner and operator of the electricity distribution network infrastructure in this region.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007103-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £108,174 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY HOSPITALS INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR4 7TP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHERN POWERGRID (NORTHEAST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45315400 - High voltage installation work

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 13:38 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007103-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007103-2026
  27th January 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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