---
title: "Implementation of DDN (Dual Distribution Network) AC To DC Power System For Innovation District New Technology"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065376"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-13"
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# Implementation of DDN (Dual Distribution Network) AC To DC Power System For Innovation District New Technology

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065376

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## Summary

The public procurement process managed by Durham County Council involves the implementation of a Dual Distribution Network (DDN) AC to DC power system for the Innovation District's new technology. This project falls under the industry category of highway materials, focusing on low voltage network solutions, including training and commissioning. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract was signed on 10th February 2026, with a delivery timeframe extending to 27th January 2027. The contract value is £143,992.32, and it was awarded to URBIS SCHRÉDER LTD based in Basingstoke, United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was direct, below the threshold without competition, aligning with the legal basis set by the UK Public General Acts.

This procurement offers business growth opportunities precisely for suppliers specialising in innovative power systems and highway material provisions, particularly those with experience in low voltage networks. Given the direct procurement method due to the below-threshold nature, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) like URBIS SCHRÉDER LTD, are likely to be competitive candidates in such niche technology projects. Businesses in related fields could benefit from partnering or subcontracting in future phases, as well as exploring similar tenders that Durham County Council may publish, fostering a journey towards expanding technological and infrastructural capabilities in the region.

## Notice

Implementation of DDN (Dual Distribution Network) AC To DC Power System For Innovation District New Technology Low Voltage Network Solution incl: Network incl training & commissioning

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013233-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2026 - 27 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £143,992 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | URBIS SCHRÉDER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34929000 - Highway materials

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2026 at 09:32 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013233-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013233-2026
  13th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk/
- https://uk.schreder.com/en
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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