Elia Transmission Belgium SA (hereinafter “Elia”) is launching a European tendering procedure with the objective of concluding a framework agreement for the supply of material related to internal telecom cabling works within Elia’s electrical substations. The scope of this procurement covers the material for the cabling and connectivity solutions used inside substations to support protection, control, communication, and auxiliary systems that are critical for the safe and reliable operation of the electricity transmission network. The tender procedure is structured into two separate Lots, reflecting the different cabling technologies involved. One Lot relates to copper‑based cabling solutions, while the other Lot relates to fiber optic cabling solutions. Further details on the scope of each Lot will be provided in the tender documents. The framework agreement resulting from this procedure will enable Elia to place call‑off orders over its duration for works and supplies to be executed in existing and future substations, in accordance with Elia’s technical standards, safety requirements and operational constraints.

Copper cabling

Copper cabling : concerns the supply, installation, and integration of copper-based cabling solutions, including but not limited to patch connections, patch panels, trunking connections, duplex connections, and associated components.

Optical fiber cabling

Concerns the supply, installation, and integration of fiber optic cabling solutions, including fibre patching, trunking connections, optical patch panels, connectors, and related accessories.