Tender

Domestic Solar PV Group Purchasing Scheme 2026

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 14:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves West Sussex County Council, acting as the buyer, for the "Domestic Solar PV Group Purchasing Scheme 2026", focusing on solar panels and related energy services. This initiative, classified under the Solar panel industry category, aims to serve residents in Sussex, with a geographical focus on the South East and South West of the United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, the procurement is conducted through an open procedure, and businesses can submit their bids until 9th March 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 27th April 2026 and will run until 26th February 2031, with a total estimated value of £5,800,000.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in solar panel supply and installation services, as well as energy-related services. Given the project's scale and extended duration, it's well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their operations in renewable energy. It presents a robust opportunity for companies with expertise in photovoltaic systems and battery storage to leverage their capabilities in a collaborative and community-focused project, supported by a buying organisation like West Sussex County Council. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions and excellent service delivery, particularly those with regional connections, would benefit greatly from engaging in this scheme.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Domestic Solar PV Group Purchasing Scheme 2026

Notice Description

Collective purchasing scheme for the supply and installation of photovoltaic panels (PV) and battery storage to be operated for Residents of Sussex

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-01413f8d-a3e5-4fdf-a405-8ba4e66b2452
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b0ef623-73ca-421a-8178-401afe43db9d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

09332000 - Solar installation

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 26 Feb 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Nana Apawudza
Contact Email
nana.apawudza@westsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03302227014

Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1RQ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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