PlannedSuppliesEuropeanCompetitive procedure with negotiation
Protection, Automation and Control (PAC)
Stedin · Competitive procedure with negotiation · 2 lots · 423575
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ScopeAdvicePoints of attentionSuitability requirementsAward criteriaTimeline
Type
Supplies
31200000 · Distribution and contr
Estimated value
€ 66M
estimated
To deadline
Ongoing
Knock-outs
1
exclusion grounds
Award basis
Best price-quality ratio
1 criteria
Assess manuallyconfidence high
Stedin invites parties for the supply of components, tools, and services for their PAC system, divided into two lots. The procedure includes a selection phase and a negotiation phase with a strong focus on cybersecurity and national security.
Supplies · Competitive procedure with negotiation · European procedure
European1 exclusion groundsComplete timeline
CharacteristicsCPV 31SuppliesEU tender
01What is being requested
Supply of system components and tooling for the Protection, Automation and Control (PAC) system of Stedin, divided into Lot 1 (PAC Main Scope) and Lot 2 (PAC Busbar Protection). The contract includes components, tools, and services for an estimated duration of approximately 5 years (including implementation), with options for extension up to 3 x 2 years.
The subject of the Tender procedure is the delivery of system components and tooling to build, configure, maintain and diagnose the Protection, Automation and Control (PAC)-system of Stedin.
1Lot 1 (IED's, Gateway, HMI, OT Switches, Timer Server, Second-line Engineering)€66,000,000
2Lot 2 (IED's, OT Switches, Time Server and Second-line Engineering)€750,000
02Breakdown by lot
03Strategic insight
Strategic insight · AI analysis
<ul Ensure a complete and timely submission of all mandatory declarations (ESPD, reference statements, etc.), as missing documents lead to immediate exclusion. Prepare for the strict security requirements and the screening by security services, as this is a critical part of the award. Focus in the award phase on the best price-quality ratio, where cybersecurity and technical integration (IEC standards) appear to be essential.
04Points of attention
Important · 5
Cybersecurity is an integral part of the tender due to the strategic risk for Stedin.Important
National security: the winning party will undergo screening by security services.Important
Mandatory documents: the absence of a Self-Declaration, reference statement, or the Statement no Russian involvement leads to immediate exclusion.Important
Communication: all correspondence must take place exclusively via the Tender Platform.Important
Back-up contract: Stedin may decide to enter into a back-up contract with the second-ranked party following an impact analysis.Important
05Can I take part?
Exclusion ground · 1
No grounds for exclusion (Grounds for Exclusion).Exclusion ground
Technical · 1
Meet the Suitability Requirements.Technical
Professional capability · 6
Submission of Model Self-Declaration / European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).Professional capability
Submission of Template Consortium statement if applicable.Professional capability
Submission of Template Third Party declaration on making resources available.Professional capability
Submission of Template reference statement.Professional capability
Submission of Statement no Russian involvement.Professional capability
Screening by security services where there must be no objections regarding national security.Professional capability
06Exclusion grounds
Exclusion grounds (1)
- No grounds for exclusion (Grounds for Exclusion).
07Award criteria
best price-quality ratioweight n/a
The award criteria will be further elaborated in the award phase; the sub-criteria will be specified during that phase.
08Process & timeline
Publication of Tender
04-05-2026
Information meeting
12-05-2026
Submission of questions by candidates
22-05-2026
Publication of Information Memorandum
03-06-2026
Closing date and time for submission of Applications
17-06-2026
Announcement of selection decision and start of standstill period
01-07-2026
End of standstill period and deadline for submission of supporting documents
11-07-2026
Invitation to award phase and publication of Tender documents
31-08-2026
Information meeting Demo
08-09-2026
Submission of questions by candidates
11-09-2026
Publication of 1st Information Memorandum
24-09-2026
Submission of questions by candidates
03-10-2026
Publicatie 2nd Information Memorandum
13-10-2026
Demo Tooling
02-11-2026 tot 06-11-2026
Sluitingsdatum en tijd voor indiening Tenders
23-10-2026
Uitnodiging tot onderhandeling
11-12-2026
Onderhandelingen
14-12-2026 tot 22-12-2026
Sluitingsdatum en tijd voor indiening definitieve Tenders
14-01-2027
Bekendmaking nummers 1 en 2
12-02-2027
Audits (Award Criterion Q4)
22-02-2027 tot 05-03-2027
09Value in context
€66,000,000
10Likely competitors
#Likely bidderFitWins
1Technische Unie B.V.SME7511×
2Croonwolter&dros B.V.SME703×
3Mikronika Sp. z.o.o.Unknown682×
4Sprecher Automation GmbHUnknown682×
5SiemensUnknown671×
6Sadinter S.A.Unknown651×
11Tender documents
1A.2 Explanation Dynamic Power Control.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 467 KB
European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 25 KB
3 Tender Conditions.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 331 KB
2.1.1. european-single-procurement-document.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 2097 KB
2.1.5 Statement no Russian involvement.docxdocxMay 11, 2026 · 750 KB
2.1.3 Template Third Party declaration.docxdocxMay 11, 2026 · 222 KB
3.1 Regulations complaints board.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 309 KB
1A.2 Explanation Dynamic Power Control.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 467 KB
1A Selection Guideline EU v0.2.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 875 KB
Information meeting PAC.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 128 KB
2.2 Selection Criteria.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 524 KB
Selection Phase.pdfpdfMay 11, 2026 · 28 KB
12Legal themes that may be relevant here
Advies 53> Europese openbare procedure voor een overheidsopdracht tot het verrichten van diensten bestaande uit (dagelijks en periodiek) scAdvies 59> Meervoudig onderhandse aanbestedingsprocedure met betrekking tot een opdracht voor de levering van postdiensten en bezorging. InAdvies 48> Europese niet-openbare procedure voor werktuigkundige en elektrotechnische installaties van de nieuwbouw van een multifunctionelAdvies 63> Meervoudig onderhandse aanbesteding voor het reinigen van wegen, straten en pleinen. Kan bij gunning op laagste prijs de indieniAdvies 121> Nationale openbare aanbestedingsprocedure. Kan van inschrijvers gevraagd worden een opgave te doen van onvoorziene gebeurtenisse
13Frequently asked questions
What must the technical proposal contain?
The technical proposal must describe the realization of the supply, installation, configuration, and maintenance of the PAC components. Additionally, a coherent project plan with delivery and implementation milestones must be submitted.
Which suitability criteria must a bidder meet?
Bidders must provide evidence of technical experience in supplying IEDs, OT switches, and PAT servers. A continuity and quality plan that meets Stedin standards is also required.
What certification is required for the OT Network Switches?
The OT Network Switches must be IEC 61850 certified.
What is the scope of the contract regarding the PAC components?
The contract includes the supply, configuration, maintenance, and diagnosis of the PAC components.
Automatically compiled from the official tender data and documents.
14Estimated value versus the market
p25
€ 260K
€ 260K
median
€ 526K
€ 526K
p75
€ 1,4 mln
€ 1,4 mln
€ 66 mln
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