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Invitation to Tender: Proposed Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Panels

HIGHFIELDS CENTRE

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12 Aug 2025 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Highfields Centre, located in Leicester, England, is seeking a contractor for the supply and installation of photovoltaic solar panels, including inverters and battery storage, on its premises. The procurement is within the solar energy industry category and is specifically classified under solar panels and photovoltaic modules. The procurement method chosen is an open procedure, and the tender is currently in the active stage. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 12:00 PM on 26th August 2025. The contract period is expected to run from 1st September 2025 to 28th November 2025, with the delivery location specified as East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in solar energy installations, particularly those with experience in photovoltaic systems and roofing work. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find this opportunity particularly beneficial due to the open procedure, which is below the threshold, making it competitive yet accessible. The project aligns with the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions, providing potential for business growth in the renewable energy sector. Businesses with the capability to offer comprehensive solar solutions, including battery and emergency power systems, will be well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender: Proposed Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Panels

Notice Description

This invitation to tender sets out Highfield Centre's requirements for a suitable Contractor to supply and install solar panels, inverters, battery storage and mansafe system to perimeter of roof. Background: There are currently no solar panels installed on the roof. The existing roof comprises flat roofing with an approximate 750mm-high parapet, along with a gable roof and a perimeter parapet. We have consulted a structural engineer, who has indicated an appropriate installation method. To proceed with final structural checks, we will require the PV system specifications.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a59ca92-9704-45ac-a5ad-5f6cb0c73910
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73b54c37-ddf0-4448-8dd4-8f696c47ddf2
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

09310000 - Electricity

09330000 - Solar energy

09331000 - Solar panels

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

09332000 - Solar installation

31121110 - Power converters

31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus

31682000 - Electricity supplies

31682510 - Emergency power systems

31712347 - Power or solar diodes

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 28 Nov 2025 1-6 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
HIGHFIELDS CENTRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE2 0DS
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)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Wycliffe
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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