Under the framework, the firm will support the delivery of critical engineering services across an electricity distribution network serving around eight million people in the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire.
The multi鈥憀ot framework provides Northern Powergrid with access to specialist engineering expertise to help maintain, upgrade and future鈥憄roof its distribution network. Through the framework, WSP will support the client across areas including design, planning, engineering and commissioning of the region鈥檚 power infrastructure.
WSP says that the appointment represents a significant milestone for its energy business. It plans to draw on its multidisciplinary expertise in electricity distribution network system studies and planning; design and asset management; digital engineering; and project management, engineering and commissioning services to support Northern Powergrid in delivering its investment and customer plans.
Mark Salmon, service line director for networks, WSP said: 鈥淲e鈥檙e delighted to have been successfully appointed to Northern Powergrid鈥檚 new professional engineering services framework and continue our 27-year trusted relationship with our key client, Northern Powergrid.
鈥淭his work plays a vital role in supporting the electricity network relied upon by communities across the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire. Through this framework we鈥檒l help contribute to the safe, reliable and future鈥憆esilient operation of the network, supporting Northern Powergrid as it continues to invest in the infrastructure that underpins homes, businesses and essential services across the region.鈥�