---
title: "NGED Energy Centre Connection"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c376"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ASTON UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-07-03"
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# NGED Energy Centre Connection

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c376

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## Summary

Aston University, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement stage for non-contestable electricity connection works to support its new Energy Centre. The contract was officially awarded on 3rd July 2026 to National Grid Electricity Distribution (West Midlands) PLC, the local Distribution Network Operator. This procurement falls under the industry category of high voltage installation work, crucial for the university's Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme. The direct procurement method was employed due to the specific requirements that only NGED could fulfil, given the need to interface directly with the electricity distribution network. This contract is scheduled to run until 31st March 2028, totalling a value of £108,143.70.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the energy sector, especially those with capabilities in high voltage installations and decarbonisation projects. Companies experienced in supporting public sector decarbonisation schemes may find this type of project aligns with their services and objectives. Engaging in such projects not only enhances business growth through strategic partnerships with public authorities like Aston University but also boosts a company’s profile in contributing to significant environmental sustainability initiatives. Businesses specialising in network operations or energy efficiency solutions aligned with public infrastructure requirements can find excellent opportunities for expansion and collaboration within this scope.

## Notice

Aston University has awarded a below-threshold works contract to National Grid Electricity Distribution plc for non-contestable electricity connection works required to secure electrical capacity for the University's Energy Centre. The works are required as part of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme funded Heat Network Decarbonisation and Energy Efficiency Upgrades project and will enable connection to the National Grid to support the operation of the new low-carbon Energy Centre. The requirement has been awarded directly to NGED as the local Distribution Network Operator, as the works interface with the electricity distribution network and cannot be competed or delivered by an alternative supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062800-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £90,119 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATIONAL GRID ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION (WEST MIDLANDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45315400 - High voltage installation work

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 12:44 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062800-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062800-2026
  3rd July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk
- http://www.nationalgrid.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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