Scope
Description
Trent & Dove Housing is seeking to engage with qualified and accredited electrical contractors to inform an upcoming procurement for the delivery of domestic electrical rewiring works across its housing stock.
The purpose of this market engagement is to understand current delivery models, capacity, and innovation within the sector to help shape a proportionate and effective procurement approach.
The works will primarily involve the full or partial rewiring of tenanted residential properties, including:
Safe isolation, removal, and replacement of existing electrical installations.
Installation of new wiring, consumer units, sockets, switches, and lighting in compliance with current BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
Associated testing, inspection, and certification of installations.
Minor making good following intrusive works (plastering, sealing, and finishes).
Liaison with tenants to minimise disruption and ensure safe working within occupied homes.
The contractor will be expected to demonstrate strong health and safety management in accordance with CDM 2015, hold appropriate accreditations (e.g. NICEIC, ECA, SafeContractor), and ensure all operatives have up-to-date training, DBS checks, and asbestos awareness.
Digital certification and record management are key elements of delivery. Trent & Dove utilises C365 or equivalent compliance software, and suppliers should be capable of generating electronic Electrical Installation Certificates (EICs) and associated documentation.
This procurement forms part of Trent & Dove's wider commitment to maintaining safe, compliant homes, improving resident experience, and delivering value for money through efficient, high-quality works.
Feedback from the market will help shape the final specification, social value priorities, and performance management approach before tender release.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,041,667 excluding VAT
- £1,250,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2029
- Possible extension to 31 July 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45410000 - Plastering work
Contract locations
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
Engagement
Engagement deadline
7 November 2025
Engagement process description
Interested suppliers are invited to participate in this pre-market engagement exercise by reviewing and completing the Pre-Market Engagement (PME) Questionnaire provided with this notice.
The purpose of this engagement is to gather supplier insight, innovation, and feedback to help Trent & Dove Housing shape the upcoming Electrical Rewiring procurement. This programme will cover the delivery of full and partial domestic rewiring works across occupied and void properties within Trent & Dove's housing stock, including associated testing, certification, and making good.
Suppliers should:
Download and complete the PME Questionnaire attached to this notice.
Submit their completed response by email to lewis.pavey@trentanddove.org, clearly marked "PME Response - Electrical Rewiring - ID693".
Ensure responses are submitted by the stated closing date.
All information gathered will be used solely to inform the future procurement approach and specification. Participation in this exercise is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a formal tender or prequalification process.
Trent & Dove Housing may use the feedback received to refine its technical requirements, performance management framework, and social value approach. Suppliers who engage in this PME will not be advantaged or disadvantaged in any future tender process.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 February 2026
Contracting authority
Trent and Dove Housing
- Companies House: IP030668
Trinity Square
Burton-on-Trent
DE14 1BL
United Kingdom
Region: UKG24 - Staffordshire CC
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
GBS Procure Limited
Summary of their role in this procurement: GBS Procure Limited act as the contracting authority's external procurement team, managing this procurement on their behalf, including preparation, tendering, moderating evaluation, and award in full compliance with applicable procurement regulations.
- Companies House: 11744670
10 Blackthorn Road
Kenilworth
CV8 2DS
United Kingdom
Region: UKG13 - Warwickshire