--- title: "Electrical Testing, Appliance Testing and Condition Report Inspection Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ce2b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ce2b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ce2b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ce2b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP" published: "2026-07-17" --- # Electrical Testing, Appliance Testing and Condition Report Inspection Services Buyer: GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ce2b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ce2b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ce2b.json) ## Summary The Great Places Housing Group, a prominent public authority operating as a sub-central government entity, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for "Electrical Testing, Appliance Testing and Condition Report Inspection Services." This initiative is intended to support the maintenance and servicing needs of over 26,000 homes across the North West and South Yorkshire, with properties located in areas including Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire. The procurement falls under the 'services' category, with an estimated value of approximately £840,000 per annum, inclusive of VAT. The preliminary market engagement notice indicates that the deadline for response submissions is set for 27th July 2026, highlighting an ongoing procurement engagement phase primarily for research and feedback from potential providers. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical services, particularly those skilled in technical inspection, testing, and remedial works. It is particularly suitable for SMEs looking to expand their footprint in managing large-scale housing projects. The estimated contract value and long-term engagement, spanning from 2027 to 2032, provide potential for stable revenue streams and increased market presence. Providers with capabilities in innovative service delivery models and competitive pricing structures are encouraged to participate in the market engagement process to help shape the procurement strategy and improve their chances for future contract considerations. ## Notice Provision of Electrical Testing, Appliance Testing and Condition Report Inspection Services to Great Places properties, including some remedial works and electric heating servicing. ### Planning Information Great Places Housing Group is responsible for over 26,000 homes and properties across the North West and South Yorkshire. This Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) UK2 Notice is issued for research and engagement purposes. We are seeking input from potential providers who specialise in Electrical Testing, Appliance Testing and Condition Report Inspection Services to help shape our future procurement strategy. The intended scope may include: The provision of Electrical Testing, Appliance Testing and Condition Report Inspection Services to Great Places properties, including some remedial works and electric heating servicing. This will likely be across houses, bungalows, maisonettes and other properties, such as flats, rooms, bedsits, communal areas, supported housing schemes, offices, small community centres, small commercial units including Great Places’ distribution centre (warehouse) and landlord supplies such as plant rooms, street lighting and external lighting. The contract will cover properties located in Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire. Please note that this scope is indicative and subject to change. Estimated Value: Approximately £840,000 (inc. VAT) per annum. Engagement process description: The objectives of this PME are to understand: (1) The market structure and its capabilities (2) Typical commercial models and pricing structures, and (3) Service delivery models and opportunities for innovation. We invite suppliers to complete an online survey, accessible via desktop or mobile: https://forms.office.com/e/zqYgGFvBaZ The survey should take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Responses are anonymous by default, but you may leave your contact details if you wish to be notified when the tender is published. Respondents must declare any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest. Deadline for responses: 27th July 2026. Great Places reserves the right to extend this deadline at its discretion. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067992-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 7 Sep 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Jan 2027 - 19 Jan 2032 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,500,000 | | 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 | GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M21 7QP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Chorlton Park | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Withington | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLE3 South Yorkshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45310000 - Electrical installation work - 50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations - 50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating - 71314100 - Electrical services - 71314310 - Heating engineering services for buildings - 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services - 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services ## Release History - 17 Jul 2026 at 16:01 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067992-2026 - 17 Jul 2026 at 14:53 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067939-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067992-2026 17th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067939-2026 17th July 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.greatplaces.org.uk/Pages/default.aspx - https://forms.office.com/e/zqYgGFvBaZ - 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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