Galliford Try Digital Infrastructure (GTDI), working alongside GHD, has secured a place on ESPO's new Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (VCI3) framework.

The agreement will run for two years with the option to extend by a further two, and is valued at up to £200m across all lots.

The GTDI/GHD partnership has been appointed as lead framework holder for Lot 4 – Consultancy Services, covering site identification, feasibility assessments, EV charging strategy development and programme planning. ESPO is a public sector professional buying organisation, owned and managed by six county councils across the Midlands.

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The award builds on GTDI's expanding presence in EV charging, following its appointment to deliver a £4.4m programme for Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Andy Duggins, Managing Director for GTDI, commented: "We are delighted to have been appointed by ESPO to this new framework that builds on our strategic aims within the EV infrastructure market. Our partnership with GHD adds additional technical depth and assurance, strengthening our offer to public-sector clients and underpinning our capability across the full EV lifecycle."

Kevin Eyers, Regional General Manager for GHD in the UK said: "We're thrilled to be partnering with Galliford Try Digital Infrastructure, this collaboration brings together our shared commitment to accelerating the UK's transition to cleaner transport solutions. By combining GHD’s technical expertise with GTDI's delivery capability, we’re well placed to support public sector clients in developing robust, future focused EV charging networks. We’re excited about the opportunities this framework unlocks and the positive impact it will bring to communities across the country."