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Supply Chain Notice: WC1043344 - Provision of Solar PV Array, Dhekelia

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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11 Dec 2024 at 15:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a tender process for the "Supply Chain Notice: WC1043344 - Provision of Solar PV Array, Dhekelia" project. The procurement, categorised under Solar photovoltaic modules (CPV code 09331200), is situated in Dhekelia, Cyprus, within the Sovereign Base Areas Administration (SBAA). This procurement is currently at the tender stage, and key dates include the expression of interest on 23rd December 2024, return of interest by 14th January 2025, the invitation to tender on 15th January 2025, tender returns by 12th February 2025, contract award on 17th March 2025, commencement of work on 18th March 2025, and completion by 14th November 2025. The project entails the installation of an 875kW photovoltaic park with additional infrastructure provisions for future expansions, operating in Euros (€).

This tender presents compelling opportunities for businesses in the renewable energy sector, particularly those involved with PV systems and related infrastructure. SMEs are specifically highlighted as suitable participants. The contract promises substantial business growth potential due to the project's large scale and technical requirements, including the installation of 1,458 PV panels and associated substation work without interrupting the existing power supply. Companies with expertise in photovoltaic installations, electrical infrastructure, and modular expansions are well-suited to compete, especially if they have relevant experience and can ensure timely project delivery and compliance with specified technical parameters.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply Chain Notice: WC1043344 - Provision of Solar PV Array, Dhekelia

Notice Description

WC1043344 - Provision of Solar PV Array, Dhekelia: The works include a proposed new Photovoltaic PV Park with capacity 875KW to be located in Dhekelia within the SBAA in Cyprus. The PV Park will be connected to the 11kV Network, through the incorporation of a new substation dedicated for the PV park, and the extension of the HV ring cable to facilitate the connection to the new substation, all without the need for any power cuts to the garrison. The distance of the proposed location for the new substation to the existing site HV ring is around 620m. Provisions for the future extension of the PV park have also been taken into consideration by adding two future MV feeders to the new substation. Space has also been allocated at the substation building for the installation of 2 No. transformers and LV panels to allow for the future expansion of the park. Proposed PV System The PV system proposed shall have: - A fixed type of installation with aluminium supporting structures with two PV panels on each frame and a stable inclination angle of 30 degrees from ground. - The PV panels will be of 600Wp capacity each. - The Inverters proposed are of capacity 100kW, 400V, 50Hz. They are proposed to be installed in small weatherproof electrical rooms along the area of the PV panels. The PV System in figures: - 9No INVERTERS X 9No STRINGS X 18No PANELS = 1,458No. PV PANELS - 1,458No PANELS X 0.6KW = 875KW - EACH INVERTER: 18No PV PANELS X 9No STRINGS X 0.6KW = 97.2kW< 100KW - 18No PANELS X 42.25 V = 815 < 1100 V The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of interest: Monday 23/12/2024 - Expression of interest return: Tuesday 14/01/2025 - Invitation to Tender: Wednesday 15/01/2025 - Tender Return Date: Wednesday 12/02/2025 - Contract award: Monday 17/03/2025 - Commencement of work: Tuesday 18/03/2025 - Completion of work: Friday 14/11/2025 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Dhekelia, Cyprus (British Forces). PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENT FOR THE FULL DESCRIPTION Additional information: ATTACHMENTS - Full Description - Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) Any company wishing to participate in this tender should complete the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) which is attached and return it electronically to the above email address by no later than 12:00 EET on 14/01/2025. For companies that have submitted a PQQ within the last 12 months, there is no requirement to re-submit it. They must provide the details of their last PQQ submission to guarantee inclusion on the invitation list.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5094c1ee-3a4c-4bfc-8141-4aed566f6b5d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/595301de-92b9-41dd-9c34-34796c9a9b69
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Other
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Mar 2025 - 14 Nov 2025 6-12 months
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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B37 7ES
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Bickenhill
Westminster Constituency
Meriden and Solihull East

Further Information

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