Design, Install, and Operate Electric Vehicle Charging Network in Cornwall

Cornwall Council is seeking a qualified operator for a 15-year concession contract (with optional 1-year extension) to design, install, operate, and maintain a publicly accessible electric vehicle charging network across Cornwall. The successful bidder will receive up to £3,109,000 in Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) funding to deliver at least 2,000 operational charge points by 31 December 2029. All charge points must be above-ground installations meeting UK safety, accessibility, and maintenance standards. The contract requires a compulsory annual financial contribution of £60,000 from 1 April 2028 onwards, indexed to the Retail Price Index (RPI). Key requirements include affordable and transparent pricing aligned with market rates, accessibility compliance with PAS 1899 standards where practicable, green energy supply for all charge points, and social value commitments such as local employment and zero-emission maintenance vehicles. This opportunity supports Cornwall Council's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030 and serves a population of 576,000 across urban, rural, and coastal communities, plus over 4 million annual tourist visitors. Bidders must comply with all funding caps and minimum charge point thresholds outlined in the tender documents, Statement of Requirements, and Draft Contract.