Estimated Value
Up to £160,000
Deadline
5 October 2026
24 days remaining
Published
28 August 2026
Type
services
Overview
The University require a new Contract for the Supply and maintenance of fully funded EV Charger Infrastructure. The current charge points require upgrading, due to their age and they are out of manufactures warranty. This new Contract opportunity will be for - Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment and Associated Items.
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The university is looking for a supplier to provide, install and maintain new electric vehicle charging stations to replace ageing, out‑of‑warranty equipment, with the whole project fully funded by the university.
Requirements
- Supplier must hold relevant electrical installation qualifications (e.g., NICEIC or NAPIT)
- Compliance with UK Building Regulations and the Electricity at Work Regulations
- Provide a minimum warranty period for equipment (typically 2‑5 years)
- Demonstrate experience delivering EV charging infrastructure at similar scale
- Insurance covering public liability and professional indemnity
- Adherence to health and safety standards and risk assessments
- Provide a maintenance schedule and service level agreement
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Supply new EV charging units (including hardware and software)
- Remove and safely dispose of existing out‑of‑warranty charge points
- Install charging equipment to meet university site specifications
- Provide associated items such as cabling, mounting structures, signage and payment terminals
- Commission and test all installed chargers
- Deliver a full maintenance contract covering routine checks, fault repair and software updates
How to Read This Tender
- 1Read the full tender documents to confirm the exact number of charge points required and any site‑specific constraints
- 2Check the CPV code and procurement schedule to understand deadlines for submission and any mandatory pre‑qualification steps
- 3Look for sections on evaluation criteria – price is often weighted against technical capability and service guarantees
- 4Pay attention to the definition of “fully funded” – it usually means the university will cover all costs, but you must still provide a detailed cost breakdown
- 5Watch out for required certifications and insurance limits; missing these can lead to an immediate disqualification
Tips for Small Businesses
- Highlight any previous work with universities or public sector bodies to boost credibility
- Consider partnering with a specialist installer if you lack in‑house installation capacity – joint bids are allowed
- Emphasise social value, such as using local labour or offering training for university staff on charger operation
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University of DundeeKey Dates
Published
28 August 2026
Submission deadline
5 October 2026
Notice type
Contract Notice
Source
publiccontractsscotland
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