--- title: "Electric vehicle charge point operator Request for Information" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06db06" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06db06" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06db06.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06db06.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2026-08-04" --- # Electric vehicle charge point operator Request for Information Buyer: SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06db06 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06db06) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06db06.json) ## Summary South Kesteven District Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Electric vehicle charge point operator Request for Information." This process focuses on the services industry category and is intended to support the infrastructure for electric vehicles within the UKF30 region in Grantham, United Kingdom. Interested providers have the opportunity to participate in a soft market testing exercise by responding to a questionnaire available online. Key dates include the submission deadline for this exercise at 12 noon on 1st September 2026. Through this engagement, the Council aims to gather insights from providers to enhance its procurement strategy for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in electric vehicle infrastructure, particularly those with experience in repair, maintenance, and related services. SMEs looking to expand their operations in the green energy sector could find this contract beneficial, as it aligns with South Kesteven District Council’s ambitions to foster renewable energy and green growth. Businesses capable of providing innovative solutions and effective operational models for electric vehicle charging points are well-suited to participate and potentially influence future tender opportunities. The contract period is scheduled from 7th October 2026 to 6th October 2028, with the possibility of renewal, offering a substantial opportunity for long-term collaboration. ## 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 operating a portfolio of existing EV charge points Participants are invited to respond to the questions within the Soft Market Testing Questionnaire at the end of this document. Responses should be submitted via ProContract by 12:00 noon 01/09/2026. South Kesteven District Council is currently looking at options for its provision of infrastructure for electric vehicles across the district and to implement an external operator model that provides a sustainable and modernised service which meets 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 charging infrastructure. The Council will consider the responses received as a result of this exercise to help define the preferred operating model for its existing 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://www.eastmidstenders.org)/ https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=a9735dfd-e78f-f111-813c-005056b64545 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://www.eastmidstenders.org)/ https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=a9735dfd-e78f-f111-813c-005056b64545 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/073625-2026 | | 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 | 4 Aug 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Sep 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Oct 2026 - 6 Oct 2028 | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | GRANTHAM | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG31 6TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC | | Local authority | South Kesteven | | Electoral ward | Grantham St Vincent's | | Westminster constituency | Grantham and Bourne | | Delivery location | TLF3 Lincolnshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment ## Release History - 4 Aug 2026 at 10:55 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073625-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073625-2026 4th August 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=a9735dfd-e78f-f111-813c-005056b64545 - https://www.eastmidstenders.org - https://www.eastmidstenders.org)/ - 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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