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03 Aug 2026 at 13:54

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Installation of Solar PV on Social Housing 2026-28" has been completed by Folkestone & Hythe District Council. This project falls under the works category, with a focus on solar photovoltaic modules and installations. It is situated in the South East region of the United Kingdom. Following a tender period that ended on 13 February 2026, the award was granted on 18 March 2026, and the contract was fully executed by 30 June 2026. The project is scheduled to begin on 7 April 2026 and expected to conclude on 31 March 2028, with a total contract value of £2,200,000. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a dynamic purchasing system, specifically tailored for decarbonisation efforts.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for companies specialising in solar energy solutions and sustainable housing enhancements. Suitable candidates for similar future contracts would be experienced firms capable of delivering comprehensive solar installations on a large scale, such as IAN WILLIAMS LIMITED, the supplier awarded this contract. The procurement was inclusive of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive opportunity for emerging companies in the renewable energy sector aiming to expand their portfolios within public sector projects. Businesses in the region can benefit from aligning themselves with local councils to meet increasing demands for sustainable utilities in public infrastructures.

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Notice Title

Installation of Solar PV on Social Housing 2026-28

Notice Description

Awarded via further competition under South East Consortium (SEC) Decarbonisation Works DPS (2024s 000-036383). The supply and installation of roof mounted Solar Photo Voltaic systems on social housing properties (HRA). Award decision 18 March. Contract fully executed 30 June.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7cafe9e3-fca6-46f6-acb3-f66c99dc33e2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a1d3820-890b-4f66-817a-f8c70e4ae2f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

09332000 - Solar installation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOLKESTONE & HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IAN WILLIAMS

Further Information

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