RFP - PROVISION OF ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR OFFICE AND RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES BHC LUSAKA
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeEstimated Value
Up to £68,000
Deadline
17 July 2026
Published
29 June 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
The British High Commission (BHC) in Lusaka requires the provision of a comprehensive electrical maintenance service covering both its office premises and residential estate. The estate includes a three-storey office building and approximately 16 residential properties located across Lusaka. Service Delivery Requirements The Contractor shall: Provide all required labour, tools, equipment, and materials necessary to carry out the works Ensure services are delivered by qualified and competent personnel Work closely with the Technical Works Supervisor and Estates Team to plan and execute works Deliver services in occupied premises, ensuring minimal disruption to occupants Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and reliability Standards and Compliance All works must comply with: BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations) Applicable British Standards and Codes of Practice Relevant Health & Safety legislation and local regulations Performance Requirements The Contractor must: Meet agreed callout response times (including urgent, routine, and planned works) Provide regular reporting and documentation, including certification for completed work Ensure proper site management, including protection of property, reinstatement, and clean-up after works Contract Duration The contract will be for an initial period of two (2) years, with the option to extend for an additional period of up to two years, subject to satisfactory performance of the Contractor.
Eligibility & compliance
Scope of Services The Contractor shall provide a full range of electrical services, including Preventative Maintenance: Routine inspection, testing, and servicing of electrical systems, distribution boards, wiring, and equipment Identification and rectification of defects to ensure continued safe operation Scheduled maintenance activities in accordance with recognised standards Reactive Maintenance: Fault finding, diagnostics, and repair of electrical failures Replacement of faulty components such as wiring, switches, sockets, breakers, and lighting Restoration of electrical services within defined response times Emergency Services: Provision of a 24-hour on-call service Immediate response (within 2 hours) to critical faults such as power outages or safety risks Minor Works and Installations: Installation, upgrade, or modification of electrical systems and components Execution of minor improvement works as required Testing, Inspection, and Certification: Carrying out electrical testing using appropriate equipment Providing certification and reports for all completed works The workload will include a mix of: Planned preventative maintenance Reactive callouts and emergency interventions The exact volume of work cannot be predetermined and may vary; bidders must allow for intermittent and potentially fluctuating workloads.
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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeKey Dates
Published
29 June 2026
Submission deadline
17 July 2026
Notice type
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