Official UK procurement notice
FW Supply & Deliver - 11kV Indoor Switchgear - Multi Site 0637
Authority: SCOTTISH HYDRO ELECTRIC POWER DISTRIBUTION PLC (Public body)·Consortium: 2 public authorities
Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution plc and Southern Electric Power Distribution plc (SSEN) intends to establish multi-supplier Framework Agreements for the design, manufacture, testing, supply and delivery of 11kV indoor metal-enclosed primary switchgear for use across the SSEN Distribution network. The Framework will support asset replacement, network reinforcement, customer connections and strategic investment programmes throughout the remainder of ED2, ED3 and the early years of ED4. Current planning assumptions indicate forecast demand of approximately 2,600 switchgear panels over the anticipated Framework lifecycle, although these volumes are indicative only and no minimum volume or value of work is guaranteed. Published lot titles: Conventional CT/VT Fixed-Pattern Switchgear; LPIT-Enabled Fixed-Pattern Switchgear; Conventional CT/VT Withdrawable Switchgear; LPIT-Enabled Withdrawable Switchgear.
What is being bought4 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionScottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution plc and Southern Electric Power Distribution plc (SSEN) intends to establish multi-supplier Framework Agreements for the design, manufacture, testing, supply and delivery of 11kV indoor metal-enclosed primary switchgear for use across the SSEN Distribution network.
The Framework will support asset replacement, network reinforcement, customer connections and strategic investment programmes throughout the remainder of ED2, ED3 and the early years of ED4. Current planning assumptions indicate forecast demand of approximately 2,600 switchgear panels over the anticipated Framework lifecycle, although these volumes are indicative only and no minimum volume or value of work is guaranteed.
The procurement is structured across four lots:
Lot 1: Conventional CT/VT Fixed-Pattern Switchgear
Lot 2: LPIT-Enabled Fixed-Pattern Switchgear
Lot 3: Conventional CT/VT Withdrawable Switchgear
Lot 4: LPIT-Enabled Withdrawable Switchgear
The Framework will support SSEN's wider switchgear standardisation strategy, intended to improve affordability, manufacturing efficiency, security of supply, supply-chain resilience, lead-time performance and whole-life asset value through increased standardisation and product rationalisation.
Fixed-pattern switchgear remains SSEN's preferred architecture and is expected to account for the majority of Framework demand. Dedicated withdrawable lots have been included to support specific project requirements and future network investment needs.
The scope may include, but is not limited to:
- 11kV indoor metal-enclosed primary switchgear;
- fixed-pattern and withdrawable switchgear assemblies;
- conventional CT/VT and LPIT-enabled instrument transformer solutions;
- protection and control interfaces;
- manufacturer testing and certification;
- technical support and engineering assistance;
- installation and commissioning support services;
- training, warranty and after-sales support;
- spare parts and lifecycle support; and
- associated software, firmware, cyber-security support and obsolescence management activities where applicable.
Applicants may apply for one, multiple or all lots. Framework appointments and subsequent call-off opportunities will be awarded in accordance with the procurement documents.
- How the procedure runs: All interested parties are welcome to view the Opportunity Listing in our Source to Contract System, Jaggaer. Under 'Current Opportunites' you will find all the details on how to register and be invited to the Pre Qualification Questionnaire in Jaggaer: https://sse.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=454 All criteria for the PQQ are included in the link above and on registration to participate in the PQQ. All eligible suppliers will be invited to participate in the tender (ITT) where all relevant critera will be provided.
CPV: Circuit breakers · Electric switchboards · Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits · Switchgear
How this framework works
From the published notice- Type
- Open framework
- Call-offs
- call-offs may be awarded directly or by further competition
- Framework period
- 8 yrs · up to 10 yrs from 1 Jul 2027
Who may buy through it
In addition to the establishing contracting authorities, the Framework may be available for use by other eligible SSE Group entities. The full list of participating entities and any conditions relating to Framework access will be detailed within the Invitation to Tender documentation and the resulting Framework Agreement.
Published description of the framework
Suppliers will be appointed to the Framework following completion of the competitive procurement process described within the procurement documents.
The Framework is anticipated to comprise four lots covering:
- Lot 1 – Conventional CT/VT Fixed-Pattern Switchgear
- Lot 2 – LPIT-Enabled Fixed-Pattern Switchgear
- Lot 3 – Conventional CT/VT Withdrawable Switchgear
- Lot 4 – LPIT-Enabled Withdrawable Switchgear
Suppliers may apply for one, multiple or all lots. Framework appointments will be made separately for each lot.
Framework awards will be made to the suppliers submitting the most advantageous tenders in accordance with the evaluation methodology detailed within the procurement documents.
Public contracts may be awarded either directly or following a competitive selection process between the suppliers appointed to the relevant lot, in accordance with the Framework Agreement.
Prices may be established through supplier framework pricing schedules, agreed pricing mechanisms, project-specific quotations and/or further competition, as detailed within the Invitation to Tender and Framework documentation.
SSEN currently anticipates appointing multiple suppliers to each lot, although the final number of framework suppliers appointed to each lot will be determined through the procurement process and may vary by lot.
Lots and requirements (4)Procurement structure
4 lots · all with a published value · same conditions of participation on every lotEvery one of these 4 lots carries the same published figure, £105,000,000: it is the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each lot's own budget, and no share per lot is published. The cards below say ceiling above rather than repeat it.
Lot #1Conventional CT/VT Fixed-Pattern SwitchgearRenewalceiling above
Design, manufacture, testing, supply and delivery of 11kV indoor metal-enclosed fixed-pattern primary switchgear incorporating conventional current transformer (CT) and voltage transformer (VT) technology. The scope may include associated equipment, technical support, testing, certification, training, warranty, spare parts and lifecycle support services.
- Economic & financial standing
Applicants will be required to demonstrate appropriate economic and financial standing to perform the Framework obligations. This will include provision of financial information and supporting evidence as set out within the procurement documents. Applicants may also be required to provide information relating to insurance arrangements, although evidence of insurance cover will not be required prior to contract award. Equivalent information and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
- Technical & professional ability
Applicants will be required to demonstrate the technical ability and capability necessary to design, manufacture, test, supply and support 11kV indoor primary switchgear. Assessment may include evidence relating to relevant experience, manufacturing capability, testing capability, product approval status or approval strategy, UK support arrangements, quality management systems, health and safety management arrangements and associated technical resources. Equivalent standards, certifications and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
Lot #2LPIT-Enabled Fixed-Pattern SwitchgearRenewalceiling above
Design, manufacture, testing, supply and delivery of 11kV indoor metal-enclosed fixed-pattern primary switchgear incorporating low power instrument transformer (LPIT) technology. The scope may include associated equipment, technical support, testing, certification, training, warranty, spare parts, lifecycle support and activities associated with product approval and deployment.
- Economic & financial standing
Applicants will be required to demonstrate appropriate economic and financial standing to perform the Framework obligations. This will include provision of financial information and supporting evidence as set out within the procurement documents. Applicants may also be required to provide information relating to insurance arrangements, although evidence of insurance cover will not be required prior to contract award. Equivalent information and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
- Technical & professional ability
Applicants will be required to demonstrate the technical ability and capability necessary to design, manufacture, test, supply and support 11kV indoor primary switchgear. Assessment may include evidence relating to relevant experience, manufacturing capability, testing capability, product approval status or approval strategy, UK support arrangements, quality management systems, health and safety management arrangements and associated technical resources. Equivalent standards, certifications and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
Lot #3Conventional CT/VT Withdrawable SwitchgearRenewalceiling above
Design, manufacture, testing, supply and delivery of 11kV indoor metal-enclosed withdrawable primary switchgear incorporating conventional current transformer (CT) and voltage transformer (VT) technology. The scope may include associated equipment, technical support, testing, certification, training, warranty, spare parts and lifecycle support services.
- Economic & financial standing
Applicants will be required to demonstrate appropriate economic and financial standing to perform the Framework obligations. This will include provision of financial information and supporting evidence as set out within the procurement documents. Applicants may also be required to provide information relating to insurance arrangements, although evidence of insurance cover will not be required prior to contract award. Equivalent information and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
- Technical & professional ability
Applicants will be required to demonstrate the technical ability and capability necessary to design, manufacture, test, supply and support 11kV indoor primary switchgear. Assessment may include evidence relating to relevant experience, manufacturing capability, testing capability, product approval status or approval strategy, UK support arrangements, quality management systems, health and safety management arrangements and associated technical resources. Equivalent standards, certifications and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
Lot #4LPIT-Enabled Withdrawable SwitchgearRenewalceiling above
Design, manufacture, testing, supply and delivery of 11kV indoor metal-enclosed withdrawable primary switchgear incorporating low power instrument transformer (LPIT) technology. The scope may include associated equipment, technical support, testing, certification, training, warranty, spare parts, lifecycle support and activities associated with product approval and deployment.
- Economic & financial standing
Applicants will be required to demonstrate appropriate economic and financial standing to perform the Framework obligations. This will include provision of financial information and supporting evidence as set out within the procurement documents. Applicants may also be required to provide information relating to insurance arrangements, although evidence of insurance cover will not be required prior to contract award. Equivalent information and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
- Technical & professional ability
Applicants will be required to demonstrate the technical ability and capability necessary to design, manufacture, test, supply and support 11kV indoor primary switchgear. Assessment may include evidence relating to relevant experience, manufacturing capability, testing capability, product approval status or approval strategy, UK support arrangements, quality management systems, health and safety management arrangements and associated technical resources. Equivalent standards, certifications and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
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How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
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How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
- Economic & financial standing
Applicants will be required to demonstrate appropriate economic and financial standing to perform the Framework obligations. This will include provision of financial information and supporting evidence as set out within the procurement documents. Applicants may also be required to provide information relating to insurance arrangements, although evidence of insurance cover will not be required prior to contract award. Equivalent information and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
- Technical & professional ability
Applicants will be required to demonstrate the technical ability and capability necessary to design, manufacture, test, supply and support 11kV indoor primary switchgear. Assessment may include evidence relating to relevant experience, manufacturing capability, testing capability, product approval status or approval strategy, UK support arrangements, quality management systems, health and safety management arrangements and associated technical resources. Equivalent standards, certifications and evidence will be accepted where appropriate.
- “FW Supply & Deliver - 11kV Indoor Switchgear - Multi Site 0637” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract: call-offs may be direct or by further competition.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record- Procedure method
- Competitive flexible procedure
- Legal basis
- UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
- Procurement category
- Goods
- Notice status
- Closed
- Procurement threshold
- Above threshold (FTS publication)
- Regulatory regime
- Utilities
- Commercial structure
- Framework agreement
- Who may use this agreement
- In addition to the establishing contracting authorities, the Framework may be available for use by other eligible SSE Group entities. The full list of participating entities and any conditions relating to Framework access will be detailed within the Invitation to Tender documentation and the resulting Framework Agreement.
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Unspecified in notice
- Recurring procurement
- Unspecified in notice
- First published
- 21 Sept 2026, 15:57 BST
- Last source update
- 23 Sept 2026, 10:01 BST
- Award evaluation window
- Submission end – 30 Apr 2027
- Authority reference
PQQ_519- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-089958- Latest notice
- Tender notice (UK4)
- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-0776c1Find a Tender
- How it runs
All interested parties are welcome to view the Opportunity Listing in our Source to Contract System, Jaggaer. Under 'Current Opportunites' you will find all the details on how to register and be invited to the Pre Qualification Questionnaire in Jaggaer: sse.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/opport… ↗
All criteria for the PQQ are included in the link above and on registration to participate in the PQQ.
All eligible suppliers will be invited to participate in the tender (ITT) where all relevant critera will be provided.
How it was run
Official notice- Requests to participate (first stage)
- 2 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Appointment period ends
- 2 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Clarification deadline
- 26 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Submission channel
- Official e-sourcing portal
- Electronic submission
- Allowed
- Accepted languages
- en
All interested parties are welcome to view the Opportunity Listing in our Source to Contract System, Jaggaer. Under 'Current Opportunites' you will find all the details on how to register and be invited to the Pre Qualification Questionnaire in Jaggaer: sse.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/opport… ↗
General Jaggaer Supplier Guide can be accessed here: www.sse.com/potential-suppliers ↗ and all questions can be sent to [email protected]
All PQQ responses must be submitted via Jaggaer, we will not accept email submissions.
Timeline
21 Sept 2026 → 1 Jul 2027 · 6 dates- Tender notice published48 days ago21 Sept 2026, 15:57 BST
- Latest notice published46 days ago23 Sept 2026, 10:01 BST
- Clarification questions by13 days ago26 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Admission / appointment period ends6 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown2 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Today8 Nov 2026
- Award decision expected byin 173 days30 Apr 2027, 23:59 BST
- Contract startsin 234 days1 Jul 2027, 00:00 BST
Notice history
2 events · 2 releases on Find a Tender · since 21 Sept 2026- Tender notice published21 Sept 2026, 15:57 BSTUK4
- Tender notice published23 Sept 2026, 10:01 BSTUK4
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
2 public bodies on the noticeConsortium members and other public bodies
- SOUTHERN ELECTRIC POWER DISTRIBUTION PLCContracting authorityPrivate utility
Official documents & specifications (6)
Official links; attachments are not copiedTender pack and attachments
- Bidding documents and specificationsAccess: Additional procurement documents will be issued to applicants who successfully satisfy the Conditions of Participation and are invited to participate in subsequent stages of the competitive flexible procedure. Such documents may include the Invitation to Tender, Framework Agreement, contract conditions, pricing schedules, detailed technical specifications, evaluation criteria, call-off procedures and associated supporting documentation. Documents will be made available electronically through the SSE Jaggaer eSourcing portal.
- Bidding documents and specifications Service Information
- Bidding documents and specifications PQQ Toolbox
- Bidding documents and specifications Procurement Document
Notices published for this procedure
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender