Tender: Electrical Maintenance Services for British High Commission Office and Residential Properties – Lusaka

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The British High Commission (BHC) in Lusaka is seeking a supplier for comprehensive electrical maintenance services covering a three-storey office building and approximately 16 residential properties across Lusaka. The contract requires preventative maintenance (routine inspection, testing and servicing of electrical systems, distribution boards, wiring and equipment, and defect rectification), reactive maintenance (fault finding, diagnostics, replacement of components and restoration within defined response times), 24-hour emergency on‑call cover with immediate response within 2 hours to critical faults, minor works and installations (installation, upgrades and minor improvements), and testing, inspection and certification with full reporting. Bidders must provide all labour, tools, equipment and materials; ensure qualified and competent personnel; coordinate with the Technical Works Supervisor and Estates Team; work in occupied premises with minimal disruption; comply with BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations), applicable British Standards, health & safety and local regulations; meet agreed callout response times; provide regular documentation and certification; and manage site protection, reinstatement and clean-up. The contract term is two years with the option to extend for up to a further two years subject to satisfactory performance.