Pole Planting Framework
National Grid is establishing a 5-year framework to supply pole planting services across the Midlands, South West and South Wales. Work covers excavation and standing of wood poles, transportation and erection of equipment, and installation of earthing and cable systems at low, high and extra-high voltage.
- Closes14 October 2026
- Value£216m
- BuyerNATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED
- WhereEast and West Midlands, South West England, South Wales
- CategoryFurniture, equipment & supplies, Construction & building works, Surveying, architecture & engineering
- RegionEast Midlands, South West, Wales, West Midlands
You'll want to look if you can provide plant, operatives and supervision for pole excavation and installation, cable trenching and earthing work on overhead line networks
Might not suit a small firm
- the contract itself is a large one
Possible incumbent
OCU SERVICES LIMITED and A THOMAS PLANT HIRE LIMITED won the 66/132kV Cable Installation Framework in June 2026. Inferred from prior awards to this buyer, not confirmed.