ProcuraAxisBeta
Sign inCreate Free Account
Home / Opportunities / Opportunity
PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITY

Pole Planting Framework

NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 26 Sept 2026, 19:32.

Opportunity overview

National Grid's objective is to select appropriate suppliers to create a Pole Planting Framework to supply services across the East and West Midlands, South West England and South Wales regions. The anticipated term of the framework will be a 5 year initial term with 3 1-year extension options if National Grid choose to exercise the right to extend. National Grid UK spend approximately £27,000,000 per annum on Pole Planting Services however please note, this is an indicative figure across all areas and there is no guarantee of volumes under this Framework. The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. Provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques.

Classification

  • CPV43300000 — Construction machinery and equipment
  • CPV45232210 — Overhead line construction
  • CPV71500000 — Construction-related services

Lots

  • Pole Planting Framework - East Midlands£30.2m
  • Pole Planting Framework - West Midlands£28.1m
  • Pole Planting Framework - South West£103.7m
  • Pole Planting Framework - South Wales£54m

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
WS5718691657
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
Responses to be submitted electronically via National Grid's Ariba SLP eSourcing platform. Full details of how to participate will be shared once National Grid receives Expressions of Interest. Suppliers wishing to participate in this opportunity who did not respond to the previously issued 'UK3: Planned procurement notice - Pole Planting Framework' should complete the attached 'Expression of Interest (EOI) & SAP Ariba On-boarding Form' and return it to victoria.adams@nationalgrid.com National Grid Procurement will issue the tender documents via SAP Ariba to those suppliers that have expressed their interest in response to this notice or the previous UK3 Notice issued at www.find-tender.service.gov.uk on Wednesday 29th July 2026
Has Recurrence
Yes

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Procedure

Features
National Grid Procurement will issue the tender documents via SAP Ariba to those suppliers that have expressed their interest on Wednesday 29th July 2026. The tender stages will be as follows: Pre-qualification; shortlisted suppliers invited to ITT/RFP; shortlisted suppliers invited to negotiations; award. The specific award criteria will be announced in the ITT/RfP documentation.

Special regime

utilities

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Type
closed
Description
Contract will be split into Lots according to NGED's four license areas. Up to 10 Contractors will be awarded a place on the framework per license area. The award decision will depend on a number of factors across the tender stages including technical and safety capabilities; ability to deliver the Works; Commercial offering and geographical coverage across all four license region(s). For the avoidance of doubt, Bidders will need to achieve a minimum satisfactory overall score to be considered for contract award.​ The contracting entity for this Framework is National Grid UK Limited, and the following Group subsidiary companies within the National Grid UK Limited Group will be able to call-off the Framework Lots: - National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) - National Grid Electricity Distribution (South Wales) - National Grid Electricity Distribution (West Midlands) - National Grid Electricity Distribution (East Midlands) The call-off procedure under the Framework will be: - Direct Award - Mini-Competition The method of allocation selected by National Grid for any particular Works shall be at National Grid's sole discretion and National Grid shall not be required to justify its choice of allocation method.

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
14 Oct 2026, 12:00

Expected award period

Ends
7 Dec 2026, 23:59

Recurrence

Dates

Entry 1
Starts
1 May 2034, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Pole Planting Framework - East Midlands
Description
The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below across the East Midlands, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. The provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
36,288,000
Amount
30,240,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Technical

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
70
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
price
Name
Commercial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Jan 2032, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Jan 2035, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The Contract Term may be extended by National Grid for a further period of up to 3 years in 1 year increments by notice in writing to the appointed supplier(s).
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Pole Planting Framework - West Midlands
Description
The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below across the West Midlands, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. The provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
33,696,000
Amount
28,080,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Technical

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
70
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
price
Name
Commercial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Jan 2032, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Jan 2035, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The Contract Term may be extended by National Grid for a further period of up to 3 years in 1 year increments by notice in writing to the appointed supplier(s).
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Pole Planting Framework - South West
Description
The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below across the South West of England, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. The provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
124,416,000
Amount
103,680,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Technical

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
70
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
price
Name
Commercial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Jan 2032, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Jan 2035, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The Contract Term may be extended by National Grid for a further period of up to 3 years in 1 year increments by notice in writing to the appointed supplier(s).
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Pole Planting Framework - South Wales
Description
The Works cover some or all of the activities listed below across South Wales, exact requirements will be detailed in the relevant Work Instruction: 1. The provision of plant, machinery, and operatives for the excavation and standing of wood poles and/or associated stays. 2. Transportation of transformers, switchgear, poles, and associated materials to site, including support with their erection, dismantling, and the removal of redundant equipment as scrap. 3. Trenching, installation, repair, and testing of earthing systems; trenching and installation of service cables; and construction of joint bays at the base of overhead line poles operating on: - Low Voltage (up to 1000 V) - High Voltage (11,000 V) - Extra High Voltage (33,000 V / 66,000 V) networks The Works may include: - Activities undertaken on the Public Highway and where specified, excavation and reinstatement works. Traffic management is to be carried out by National Grid's nominated provider. - Provision of a 24-hour emergency response service, which may include planned standby, unplanned callouts, and response during significant weather-related events. - Completion of all activities in compliance with National Grid Policies and Standard Techniques.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
64,800,000
Amount
54,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Technical

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
70
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
price
Name
Commercial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Jan 2032, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Jan 2035, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The Contract Term may be extended by National Grid for a further period of up to 3 years in 1 year increments by notice in writing to the appointed supplier(s).

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
43300000
Description
Construction machinery and equipment
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
45232210
Description
Overhead line construction
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
71500000
Description
Construction-related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
43300000
Description
Construction machinery and equipment
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
45232210
Description
Overhead line construction
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
71500000
Description
Construction-related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
43300000
Description
Construction machinery and equipment
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
45232210
Description
Overhead line construction
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
71500000
Description
Construction-related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
43300000
Description
Construction machinery and equipment
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
45232210
Description
Overhead line construction
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
71500000
Description
Construction-related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKL14
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKL16
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKL17
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKL18
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKL21
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKL22
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKL24
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
A-19416
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Format
application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.spreadsheetml.sheet
Entry 3
Id
future
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Access Details
The tender documents will be issued to interested parties via SAP Ariba.
Entry 4
Id
069416-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
23 Jul 2026, 08:42
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED
Id
GB-COH-04508773

Identifier

Scheme
GB-COH
Id
04508773

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PGTR-4481-CJPQ

Address

Street Address
1-3 Strand
Locality
London
Postal Code
WC2N 5EH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKI32

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
privateUtility
Description
Private utility

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI32 · WC2N 5EH · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKF · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKG · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKK · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKL14 · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKL16 · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKL17 · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKL18 · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKL21 · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKL22 · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKL24 · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

2 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

2 VERSIONS
  1. 062764-2026Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 069416-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·