Planning

Soft Market Test: Puchase of energy generated by Solar Farm in Quorn

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

03 Jan 2020 at 11:38

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

03 Jan 2020 at 11:36

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

03 Jan 2020 at 11:34

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Soft Market Test: Purchase of energy generated by Solar Farm in Quorn." The council intends to establish a 10MW solar farm on the outskirts of Quorn, which is projected to generate approximately 8,790 MWh of electricity annually. The engagement end date for interested parties is set for 3rd February 2020. This process, valued at £1,500,000, focuses on identifying potential energy suppliers to purchase and possibly reintegrate energy into council properties, without constituting a formal tender competition at this stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in renewable energy, energy supply, and solar technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate in this soft market testing, as the council seeks to gauge market interest and explore collaborative options. Engaging with this process can provide a strategic advantage for businesses looking to establish or expand their contracts within the public sector, particularly in the burgeoning field of sustainable energy solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Soft Market Test: Puchase of energy generated by Solar Farm in Quorn

Notice Description

Leicestershire County Council plans to build a 10MW solar farm, on the outskirts of Quorn, expected to generate approximately 8,790 MWh electricity per year.The Council is seeking to find an energy supplier to purchase the energy generated from the farm and potentially supply it back for Council properties. The purpose of this Soft Market Testing (SMT) is to gauge interest from the market and to investigate potential options for the potential contract. This is not a call for competition, a fully compliant tender process will follow. Full details on how to complete the SMT can be found using the link below. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=4738b6cd-182e-ea11-80fc-005056b64545

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1ed198c3-6871-4df2-87ca-413e52b873c7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24d91a65-3074-47ca-96fe-5ebb339ad7b5
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

09330000 - Solar energy

65400000 - Other sources of energy supplies and distribution

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Feb 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Luke Rawle
Contact Email
luke.rawle@leics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1163052043

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Further Information

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