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title: "Invitation to Tender - Planned and Reactive Electrical Work"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064af5"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CARDINAL NEWMAN COLLEGE"
published: "2026-05-14"
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# Invitation to Tender - Planned and Reactive Electrical Work

Buyer: CARDINAL NEWMAN COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064af5

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Cardinal Newman College, located in Preston, United Kingdom, has been completed with the awarding of a contract for planned and reactive electrical work to E.E.Thompson & Son Ltd. This process, initiated as a tender, falls within the services industry category, specifically for electrical services. The contract, worth a gross amount of £2,400,000, began on 1st April 2026 and is set to run until 31st March 2029, with potential extensions for two additional 12-month periods. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, encouraging broad participation from potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses capable of delivering high-quality and cost-effective electrical services. The contract, valued significantly, reflects the potential for businesses to secure substantial work over several years, promoting stability and growth. Suitable contenders for such contracts include large-scale electrical service providers equipped to handle both planned and reactive maintenance tasks across extensive facilities. Engaging in such procurement processes can aid businesses in solidifying their market position and enhancing their service portfolios.

## Notice

Cardinal Newman is inviting tenders for the provision of planned and reactive electrical services to its College Campus, which shall include all college buildings, grounds, car parks and to include the Sports Pavilion located at Factory Lane. The proposed contract will be for an initial period of 3 years, with the option to extend the contract for 12 months followed by an additional 12 months beyond the initial contracted period depending upon contract performance.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044332-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £833,000 |
| Lots value | £833,000 |
| Awards value | £2,000,000 |
| Contracts value | £2,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDINAL NEWMAN COLLEGE |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 4HD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | E.E.THOMPSON & SON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314100 - Electrical services

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 11:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044332-2026
- 23 Mar 2026 at 16:11 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026434-2026
- 9 Feb 2026 at 11:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011311-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044332-2026
  14th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026434-2026
  23rd March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011311-2026
  9th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardinalnewman.ac.uk/
- http://www.ethompson.co.uk
- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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