Electrical Works Framework
The contract covers a closed, multi-supplier framework for minor and major electrical works across the estate of Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) and Merseytravel, public-sector transport and regional government bodies in the Liverpool City Region. Suppliers will deliver electrical installation, maintenance, repairs and major works, including planned interventions, design coordination, pre-construction assurance, compliance, audit, record keeping, health and safety, call-off cost control and change management. The framework is divided into two lots: one supplier will be appointed for Minor Electrical Works and five suppliers for Major Electrical Works, with individual call-offs awarded subject to budget by either LCRCA or Merseytravel. The estimated total value is £35 million over 48 months, with delivery across the UKD7 region and the wider United Kingdom as stated. The most critical stated qualification requirements are the relevant lot-specific pass/fail conditions, including financial and relevant experience checks, operational capacity, subcontractor management, and possession of an Ultimo licence; bidders must also not be listed on the Cabinet Office Debarment List.
Buyer: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 7 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £35m
- Bids close: 2 Nov 2026
- Location: Merseyside, Liverpool
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 15 Feb 2027 to 14 Feb 2031
- Category: Electrical installation work (45310000)
From the official notice
Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA)/Merseytravel (the Authority) is seeking to establish a closed, multi-supplier Electrical Works Framework Agreement to support the delivery of electrical works across its estate. The procurement has been split into two lots: Lot 1: Minor Electrical Works Lot 2: Major Electrical Works Contract Duration: 48 months. A two-stage Competitive Flexible Procurement will be undertaken as follows, per lot: Stage 1: Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) Stage 2: Invitation to Tender (ITT) Lot 1: One supplier will be awarded. Lot 2: Five suppliers will be awarded. Stage 1 Instructions - For Lot 1, the five compliant, highest-scoring suppliers in Stage 1 will be invited to Stage 2 (ITT Stage). - For Lot 2, the ten compliant, highest-scoring suppliers in Stage 1 will be invited to Stage 2 (ITT Stage). - The Authority will use this stage to confirm basic details and that neither a supplier, nor any related persons within its corporate group, associated persons relied on to meet the conditions of participation, or proposed sub-contractors are listed on the Debarment list (held by Cabinet Office). Where any such entities are listed on the debarment list, the Authority will consider whether to exclude the supplier from participating in the Procurement in accordance with its obligations under the Act. - The Authority will also undertake a review of the completed PSQ with reference to any information held on the Central Digital Platform. Respons...
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 2 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £35m.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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