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Solar PV Design Supply and Installation

WAKEFIELD AND DISTRICT HOUSING

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22 Dec 2025 at 08:04

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement outlines the awarded contract for the "Solar PV Design Supply and Installation" project initiated by Vico Homes Limited, previously known as Wakefield and District Housing. The contracting authority aims to install solar photovoltaic systems across approximately 2,095 dwellings in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the "Solar installation" industry category, with a classification code of 09332000. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from the EN Procure Framework (Gen 4) LOT 29A. The total value of the contract is £9,026,503.33, exclusive of VAT, with a contract period running from 8th December 2025 to 31st March 2028. This procurement process is in the award stage, with Rothwell Plumbing Services Ltd as the awarded supplier as of the 8th December 2025.

The awarded tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in solar energy systems and installation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, particularly those with expertise in delivering large-scale solar installations within residential areas. With a substantial investment and a multi-year timeline, businesses with solid experience in renewable energy and sustainable construction stand well-suited to maximise this opportunity. The project not only enhances the supplier's portfolio but also supports the governmental push towards greener energy solutions across the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Solar PV Design Supply and Installation

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE; WAKEFIELD AND DISTRICT HOUSING HAVE CHANGED THEIR COMPANY NAME TO VICO HOMES LIMITED ON 1ST APRIL 2025. THE LEGAL ENTITY AND COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER I STILL RS007530 PLEASE NOTE:THIS IS A CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE This Procurement is being conducted in accordance with EN Procure Framework for Installation, Servicing, Maintenance and Repair Works (Gen 4) LOT 29A. This specification outlines the requirement for the supply & fit of Solar PV to approx. 2,095 dwellings over the course of the contract across the Wakefield District and Surround Areas. Financial Year 1 (April 25- March 26) Approximately 495 Dwellings Financial Year 2 (April 26- March 27) Approximately 800 Dwellings Financial Year 3 (April 27- March 28) Approximately 800 Dwellings PLEASE NOTE:THIS IS A CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE PLEASE NOTE THE CONTRACT AWARD VALUES ARE EXCLUSIVE OF VAT

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3ace173b-61b7-4d33-b017-8d28e761d249
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f2cfaff-6b21-430b-a257-90f2d1d8c14b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

09332000 - Solar installation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£902,650,333 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,026,503 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WAKEFIELD AND DISTRICT HOUSING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CASTLEFORD
Postcode
WF10 5HX
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Westminster Constituency
Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROTHWELL PLUMBING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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