Scope
Reference
DN774442
Description
BFC are looking for a service provider for the Inspection, Comprehensive Periodic Inspection & Testing of fixed electrical installations and equipment in properties within the Borough of Bracknell Forest. - Periodic Inspection & Testing of Fixed Electrical installation (EICR) - Routine annual Inspections (Walkabouts) - Electrical equipment testing (PAT)
Contract 1. Electrical Safety System
Supplier
Contract value
- £970,000 excluding VAT
- £1,164,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
30 December 2025
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
14 January 2026
Standstill period
- End: 23 January 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
28 January 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 29 January 2026 to 28 January 2029
- Possible extension to 28 January 2036
- 10 years
Description of possible extension:
The proposed contract term is 3 years initially, with options to extend for up to 7 additional years (2+2+2+1), subject to performance
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
Contract locations
- UKJ11 - Berkshire
Information about tenders
- 18 tenders received
- 16 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 14 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 15 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Supplier
HAWKESWORTH APPLIANCE TESTING LIMITED
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPNP-8697-HDDL
Guidance House
Thirsk
YO7 3BT
United Kingdom
Email: sales@hawktest.co.uk
Region: UKE22 - North Yorkshire CC
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Electrical Safety System
Contracting authority
Bracknell Forest Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJMT-6544-CVZD
Time Square
Bracknell
RG12 1JD
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ11 - Berkshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government