--- title: "Pole Planting Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c361" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c361" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c361.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c361.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED" published: "2026-07-03" --- # Pole Planting Framework Buyer: NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c361 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c361) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c361.json) ## Summary The procurement process concerns the National Grid UK Limited's initiative to establish a Pole Planting Framework, expected to function across multiple regions in the UK, including the East and West Midlands, South West England, and South Wales. The entire operation, spanning sectors like construction machinery and services, is in the planning phase and began shaping on 3rd July 2026. This substantial procurement targets a legal framework validated under the UKPGA 2023/54, employing a selective competitive flexible procedure. Interested suppliers are to submit expressions of interest by 31st July 2026, subsequently progressing through pre-qualification and negotiations stages, anticipation the award announcement by 7th December 2026. This tender offers lucrative opportunities, primarily favouring businesses specialising in utility services, construction machinery, and associated services. Large-scale suppliers capable of providing extensive logistics support and on-site operations, including machinery provision and trenching, are poised to benefit significantly. The approximate annual spending of £27,000,000 for pole planting services showcases the potential revenue streams for successful bidders. Companies adept in emergency response and compliance with National Grid's policies will find this framework an excellent avenue to expand their service reach and fortify their market presence in the specified regions. ## Notice National Grid's objective is to select appropriate suppliers to create a Pole Planting Framework to supply services across the East and West Midlands, South West England and South Wales regions. The anticipated term of the framework will be a 5 year initial term with 3 1-year extension options if National Grid choose to exercise the right to extend. National Grid UK spend approximately PS27,000,000 per annum on Pole Planting Services however please note, this is an indicative figure across all areas and there is no guarantee of volumes under this Framework. The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. Provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques. ### Lot Information Pole Planting Framework - East Midlands The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. The provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques. Pole Planting Framework - West Midlands The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. Provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. The transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques. Pole Planting Framework - South West The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. Provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables, and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques. Pole Planting Framework - South Wales The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. Provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1 kV) - High Voltage (11 kV) - Extra High Voltage (33 kV / 66 kV) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062764-2026 | | Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 20 Jul 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2032 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | WC2N 5EH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLK South West (England), TLL14 South West Wales, TLL16 Gwent Valleys, TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot, TLL18 Swansea, TLL21 Monmouthshire and Newport, TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan, TLL24 Powys | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 43300000 - Construction machinery and equipment - 45232210 - Overhead line construction - 71500000 - Construction-related services ## Release History - 3 Jul 2026 at 11:35 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062764-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062764-2026 3rd July 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-18633 Expression of Interest (EOI) & SAP Ariba On-boarding Form ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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