Seven contractors, including Balfour Beatty and Morgan Sindall Construction, have secured places on SP Energy Networks’ transmission business’ £1.4bn Strategic Agreement for Overhead Line Works framework. for replacing long distance electricity systems across Scotland
The five-year SP Energy framework will see Balfour Beatty, Morgan Sindall Construction, M Group Energy, Aureos Energy, Wood, Painhas S.A., Carluke-based PLPC Ltd, and Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios SA replace and install new 400kV, 275kV and 132kV overhead line conductor systems – used to carry electricity across long distances –across Central and Southern Scotland. There is an option to extend the framework for a further five years.
Contracts, including defined scope and value of works, are expected to be awarded later this year and throughout the duration of the contract.
Helping deliver the government’s Clean Power 2030 mission
The framework will support SP Energy Networks transmission business in delivering the UK Government’s Clean Power 2030 mission, which aims to unlock more capacity for new homes, businesses, and clean energy projects, move power around the country more efficiently, and significantly reduce the UK’s reliance on fossil fuels, all whilst boosting energy security.
Tony Wilson, managing director of Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission and Distribution business said: “We’re proud to be a part of this strategic framework, which recognises our proven expertise in delivering complex overhead line projects and our track record of successful delivery in Scotland.
“Through the framework, we will work closely and collaboratively with SP Energy Networks transmission business and our local supply chain partners to ensure a stable and resilient electricity supply across Central and Southern Scotland, whilst also leaving a lasting, positive legacy for local communities through our commitment to providing numerous local employment opportunities.”
Guy Jefferson, managing director of Transmission at SP Energy Networks, said: “We’re pleased to have Balfour Beatty and their expertise working alongside us as we lead the charge in helping deliver the UK Government’s Clean Power 2030 ambition.
“Our strategic partnerships give suppliers confidence to invest in their business – growing workforces across the country and creating even greater opportunities for the UK.”
Morgan Sindall previously signed up to be a supply chain parter with SP Energy Networks
Over the summer a number of supply chain partners were announced for the Scottish electricity scheme, including Morgan Sindall, who signed SP Energy Networks’ Delivery Charter. The charter pledges to commit to green job creation, positive community impact, and a safe working environment.
Speaking at the time, Simon Smith, managing director, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, said: “We’re proud to support the UK energy network’s biggest upgrade in a generation, and to be part of SP Energy Networks’ Delivery Charter. Projects like the Denny to Wishaw Network Optimisation (DWNO) will improve resilience and energy security, boost capacity to meet future demand, and connect Scotland to greener, renewable energy. In upgrading the transmission network, we will be able to bring skills and employment to the central belt, and leave a lasting legacy in the local communities.”
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