National Highways Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Solutions

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    "title": "National Highways Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Solutions",
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    "description": "NH are aiming to have Net Zero corporate emissions by 2030. The electrification of its vehicle fleet is a pivotal piece in this wider ambition and therefore it is crucial for NH to provide charging provision for its Electric Vehicles (EV) to ensure the reliable and safe operation of the Strategic Road Network. NH aims to deliver fast to ultra-rapid charging at priority sites with each site having a tailored solution based on specific needs of the users on site. Due to business demand, the programme of works will need to work at pace to address operational risks with the ambition to deliver the proposed EV charging installations by the end of March 2027. NH are targeting a contract award of no later than September 2026. We understand this programme is challenging and would be looking to work with a supplier who has a proven track record of delivering full solutions at scale and pace. On completion of installations, NH would be looking to enter into a further service level agreement with the installer which would see the supplier take on accountability for the maintenance and continued operationality of the installed chargers, providing a reliable and resilient service to the NH fleet. A further list of services is included within the market engagement form, linked in the Engagement section of this notice. \nOnce the closing date for market engagement responses have passed, National Highways will analyse the results and this will inform a procurement strategy, the details of which are still to be determined. National Highways reserve the right to procure via a route to market which they deem appropriate based on findings. This includes existing Framework routes. Equally, National Highways reserve the right not to procure these services at its discretion. The responses submitted to this questionnaire are for information only and do not constitute a formal submission. \nAll value information provided at this stage is an estimate and should not be relied upon until confirmed within the procurement.",
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        "locality": "Birmingham",
        "postalCode": "B4 6GA",
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        "streetAddress": "Three Snowhill, Snow Hill Queensway"
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        "dueDate": "2026-04-10T23:59:59+01:00",
        "description": "National Highways seek market feedback responses and expressions of interest via the below form. \nThe form should only be filled out once per Organisation.\nThe closing date for submission of responses is Friday 10th April 2026 at 12:00 (mid-day). \nhttps://forms.office.com/e/CNhrmdZDtS\nIf you are struggling to access the form, please email IndirectProcurementMailbox@nationalhighways.co.uk"
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