North Somerset Council Concession for Fleet Charging, Public Rapid Charging & Adoption of Existing Public Assets.
Description: Following market feedback, the revised opportunity we have made initial amendments to the specification which can now be found in the initial draft specification for market comment. We will endeavour to provide further fleet utilisation data and existing asset data shortly to accompany this. Changes are highlighted for supplier convenience, and we are continuing to work to identify a final figure for NSC capital contribution as well as working to reduce the number of sites with high DNO connections to further improve the commercial viability of a future partnership. NSC are happy to meet, either virtually or in-person to discuss this initial draft specification. Comments received will be reviewed ahead of a final draft in the new year. We continue to expect the full tender to go live (read more...)
Summary: North Somerset Council is in the planning stage for a 15-year concessionary partnership focused on Fleet Charging, Public Rapid Charging, and Adoption of Existing Public Assets. This initiative aims to support the transition to electric vehicles within the community. Located in Weston-super-Mare, UK, the council seeks market feedback to refine the specifications and improve commercial viability. The tender process is expected to commence in March 2026, with key dates including the submission of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) by 19th December 2025. Estimated contract values range up to £15,600,000 GBP, targeting services in the electricity distribution sector.