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Agrivoltaic systems in England and Wales

SW1P 3JR

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28 Sep 2023 at 14:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has awarded a contract for "Agrivoltaic systems in England and Wales". The procurement falls under the research and development services category. The contract value is £50,000, and the procurement method used was direct. The tender period ended on August 25, 2023, with a contract period starting on October 5, 2023, and ending on March 15, 2024.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in research and development services in the renewable energy sector to collaborate with Defra. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are suitable for this opportunity. The project aims to support the development of agrivoltaic systems to increase productivity and sustainability in the agri-food sector, aligning with the UK's commitment to net zero emissions by 2050.

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Notice Title

Agrivoltaic systems in England and Wales

Notice Description

Defra's ambition is for the UK to be a world leader in the food and farming industry and to provide a cleaner, healthier environment which benefits people and the economy. Therefore, a key Defra priority is to increase the productivity and sustainability of the agri-food sector, balancing environmental and climate targets whilst preserving food production. Agrivoltaics (AV) is the deployment of solar photovoltaic power panels on agricultural land for the generation of renewable energy. It presents farmers/landowners with an opportunity to diversify income streams on their land whilst contributing to the UKs drive to net zero emissions by 2050. The range of options that are available for the deployment of agrivoltaic systems means that they could become an increasingly attractive prospect for farmers. It is a technology that can tailored for different land types and systems, and in some cases work concurrently with existing farming systems, such as panels providing shade for grazing livestock. Data from the Renewable Energy Planning Database (REPD) estimates that the total area of agrivoltaic sites in England (including those in planning phase) could be up to 48kha. As a proportion of England's total agricultural area, this represents just 0.5% of land, demonstrating the opportunity for this technology to be scaled up. As such Defra seeks to better understand how such installations can be implemented in ways that complement food production, and improve the economic, environmental, and social sustainability of farm businesses. The Welsh Government strongly supports the principle of developing renewable and low carbon energy to meet future energy needs and in doing so, developments should deliver positive social, environmental, cultural and economic benefits. This includes ensuring Wales has a sustainable and resilient agriculture sector for future generations to continue to produce high quality food and maintain high production standards.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24672661-6345-4e39-9d09-f1d207fff267
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Sep 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
4 Oct 2023 - 15 Mar 2024 1-6 months
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
SW1P 3JR
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
A FIVE CAPITALS APPROACH TO DEFINING THE CARRYING CAPACITY OF ENGLISH SEAS (MMO)
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IFM ENGAGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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