---
title: "DNO electricity grid upgrade for Wallingford CSS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cd18"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-16"
---

# DNO electricity grid upgrade for Wallingford CSS

Buyer: OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cd18

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "DNO electricity grid upgrade for Wallingford CSS" was carried out by Oxfordshire County Council, a public authority in the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded on 16th July 2026, following a direct procurement method that was classified as below threshold, thus being conducted without competition. The project, categorised under the works industry and specifically dealing with electricity supply installations, is set to be executed in the UKJ14 region starting from 1st January 2027 to 1st March 2027, with a maximum contract extent date set for 1st January 2030. The contract, valued at £37,376.57 gross, was signed on 30th June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electricity supply installations, particularly large-scale enterprises, as demonstrated by the selection of Southern Electric Power Distribution PLC as the supplier. While the procurement was conducted directly and therefore did not involve open competition, businesses capable of delivering similar projects can find potential in understanding the workflows and requirements exhibited by Oxfordshire County Council. Companies looking to engage in sub-central government projects within the UK, especially those adept at infrastructure upgrades, may find strategic growth opportunities by forming partnerships or bidding for future contracts with similar procurement methods.

## Notice

DNO electricity grid upgrade for Wallingford CSS. Southern Electric Power Distribution plc.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067353-2026 |
| 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 | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 1 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £31,147 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX1 1ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Osney & St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOUTHERN ELECTRIC POWER DISTRIBUTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45315300 - Electricity supply installations

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 14:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067353-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067353-2026
  16th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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