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title: "SKDC-1471 INSTALLATION OF ULTRA-RAPID ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGE POINTS"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-30"
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# SKDC-1471 INSTALLATION OF ULTRA-RAPID ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGE POINTS

Buyer: SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d826

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## Summary

South Kesteven District Council, located in Grantham, UK, is initiating a procurement process under the planning stage for the installation of ultra-rapid electric vehicle charge points. This tender, identified as "SKDC-1471," falls under the industry category of electrical work, specifically chargers and installation, and is aimed at enhancing the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles throughout the district. The process involves initial market research and a soft market testing exercise inviting suppliers to provide insights until the deadline on 1st September 2026. The Council, collaborating with Welland Procurement as the procuring entity, aims to leverage this information to inform its procurement strategy, with potential contract periods commencing on 31st October 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in electrical installations and green technologies. By engaging in the competitive process, businesses can contribute to the council's goal of enhancing renewable energy use and developing sustainable infrastructure. Companies with the capability to supply and install rapid and ultra-rapid charge points could benefit from participation, potentially influencing the council's choice of delivery models and procurement approaches. The opportunity fosters business growth by aligning with the council's long-term energy strategy and commitment to modernising services for residents and visitors.

## Notice

South Kesteven District Council are conducting initial market research in which they are seeking information from a range of commissioners and providers to inform their procurement approach. In particular, the Council are looking to respondents to: 1. Share learning on a range of delivery solutions 2. Share learning on different procurement approaches 3. Share feedback on the appeal of installing rapid and ultra rapid charge points across a range of Council-owned sites in South Kesteven. South Kesteven District Council is currently looking at options for its provision of rapid/ ultra-rapid charging infrastructure for electric vehicles across the district and to implement the best model which provides a sustainable and modernised service to meet the needs of our residents. This will align with the Council's ambitions to drive partnership opportunities to support and encourage renewable energy use in the district and unlock green growth, and ensure South Kesteven has a high-quality network of electric vehicle charging points that meets the needs of residents, businesses and visitors. The soft market testing exercise is intended to allow interested organisations with appropriate experience to outline their views and ideas about the future provision of South Kesteven's publicly available fast charging infrastructure. The Council will consider the responses received as a result of this exercise to help define the preferred operating model for the provision of rapid/ultra-rapid charge points, and to help inform the options appraisal and the decision-making process. Potential bidders will not be prejudiced by any response or failure to respond to the soft market testing. Potential bidders must also note that a response to this soft market testing exercise does not guarantee an invitation to participate in this or any future procurement exercise that the Council may conduct. Providers are invited to provide a response to the soft market questionnaire that can be accessed via the below link: https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=adedc36b-318c-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True The deadline for submission for the soft market testing is: 12 noon 1st September 2026.

### Planning Information

Providers are invited to provide a response to the soft market questionnaire that can be accessed via the below link:
https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=adedc36b-318c-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True
The deadline for submission for the soft market testing is: 12 noon 1st September 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072416-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | WELLAND PROCUREMENT |
| Locality | GRANTHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG31 6TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Melton |
| Electoral ward | Melton Warwick |
| Westminster constituency | Melton and Syston |
| Delivery location | TLF3 Lincolnshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 31158000 - Chargers
- 45317000 - Other electrical installation work

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2026 at 16:32 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072416-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072416-2026
  30th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=adedc36b-318c-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True
- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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