Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
8 July 2026
26 days remaining
Published
9 June 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
The scheme includes Swansea council insulating the external walls to each property with 100mm insulation. For Swansea council to achieve this, it will be required by the electrical subcontractor to remove and make safe any electrical accessories from the externals and reinstate once works have been completed.
Where the properties have external meter cupboards at present, these will require upgraded 25mm tails and 16mm CPC run from internally to the newly positioned meter cupboards. Any properties that at present don’t have external lighting will require newly installed cabling, containment, light fittings and any other items for a complete installation.
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Swansea Council is hiring an electrical subcontractor to support their insulation project at West Cross. You'll remove electrical items from outside walls before insulation work, reinstall them afterwards, upgrade meter connections, and install new external lighting where needed.
Requirements
- Must be able to safely remove and reinstall electrical accessories from external walls
- Competency to upgrade electrical meter installations (25mm tails and 16mm CPC cabling)
- Ability to design and install complete external lighting systems including cabling, containment, and fittings
- Must work safely around ongoing insulation works on external walls
- Likely requirement for appropriate electrical contracting qualifications (e.g. NAPIT, NICEIC, or similar — check full tender documents)
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Remove all electrical accessories (sockets, switches, etc.) from external walls before insulation is applied
- Make safe all exposed electrical points during insulation works
- Reinstall all removed electrical accessories once insulation is complete
- Upgrade meter cupboard tail cabling to 25mm and install 16mm CPC (earthing cable) from inside the property to new external meter positions
- Install new external lighting in properties that currently have none, including: cabling runs, protective containment/trunking, light fittings, switches, and all other necessary components
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a subcontract role — you'll be working as part of a larger insulation scheme, not the main contractor. Check who the main contractor is and their timeline, as your work is dependent on theirs.
- 2The 'make safe' requirement means you must ensure no electrical hazards exist during the insulation phase — this is critical for safety and compliance. Get clarity on what 'make safe' covers (capping cables? isolation?)
- 3Meter cupboard upgrades are technical and regulated — ensure your team is qualified for Part P electrical work and building regulations compliance. This isn't just standard fitting work.
- 4External lighting installation is a complete job — don't just assume supply of fittings. You need to price cabling, conduit, fixings, labour, testing, and certification.
- 5Look in the full tender documents for: site access arrangements, number of properties involved, whether all properties are identical, the main contractor's programme, and any safety requirements specific to the insulation works.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're not a large electrical firm, consider partnering with a larger contractor as a named subcontractor — councils often prefer established supply chains but value SME involvement. Quote competitively for labour-heavy tasks like reinstatement.
- External lighting installation could be your strongest bid area if you have experience with new builds or renovation projects. Price this separately and clearly so the council can see the value.
- Ask early for a site visit and a schedule showing which properties need what work — some may only need meter upgrades, others full lighting. This shapes your pricing and resourcing. Don't assume all 'West Cross' properties are the same.
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City & County of SwanseaKey Dates
Published
9 June 2026
Submission deadline
8 July 2026
Notice type
UK4
Source
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