Construction 686 - 20 kV Switchgear System

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Original title: Bau 686 - 20-kV-Schaltanlage

Karlsruher Institut für Technologie

Published: Oct 15, 2026

Updated: Oct 19, 2026

Source: DÖE Bekanntmachungsservice (Germany)

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the construction and civil works and energy and power sectors, with a focus on Transmission Distribution. Located in Germany, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through DÖE Bekanntmachungsservice (Germany), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the construction and civil works sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

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This tender, originating from Germany and published via oeffentlichevergabe_de, concerns the construction and commissioning of a 20 kV switchgear system (Bau 686 - 20-kV-Schaltanlage). The contracting authority is looking for a qualified provider to supply, install, and integrate a complete medium-voltage switchgear installation. This type of project typically involves the design, manufacturing, delivery, erection, wiring, testing, and commissioning of metal-enclosed switchgear panels equipped with circuit breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers, and protection relays. The system is critical for power distribution and grid control. Bidders are expected to be experienced manufacturers or integrators of high-voltage electrical equipment, holding necessary certifications and adhering to stringent safety and quality standards (e.g., DIN EN 62271 series). Requirements will include detailed technical specifications, compliance with grid operator requirements, robust protection and control schemes, and a comprehensive testing and commissioning procedure. Project management, timely delivery, and after-sales support, including maintenance services, may also be part of the scope.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from DÖE Bekanntmachungsservice (Germany) and was originally published on October 15, 2026. Last refreshed 8 days ago. Original language: German. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Karlsruher Institut für Technologie

Karlsruher Institut für Technologie has issued 103 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 8 currently open and 14 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Architecture & Engineering Services, and General Supplies & Services. All notices are published for Germany. Notices are distributed via service.bund.de (Germany), TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), and DÖE Bekanntmachungsservice (Germany). Most recent publication: October 27, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit DÖE Bekanntmachungsservice (Germany) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Karlsruher Institut für Technologie in Germany. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Works contract in the Construction & Civil Works sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Germany. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.