Tender

Community Energy Consultancy

ISLES OF SCILLY COMMUNITY VENTURE C.I.C.

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Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 15:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Community Energy Consultancy" project is spearheaded by the Isles of Scilly Community Venture C.I.C., a community energy company based in the Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom. This tender is focused on developing community energy projects, specifically in the domain of solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery technologies. It pertains to the industry category of energy and related services, classified under CPV code 71314000. The project is located in the South West region of the UK. Currently, in the tender stage, the procurement follows an open procedure above threshold, allowing for broad participation. Key dates include a tender submission deadline of 9th January 2026, with the contract period spanning from 26th January 2026 to 25th January 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses keen on expanding within the energy sector, specifically those with expertise in renewable energy and consultancy. The procurement is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it an excellent opportunity for organisations looking to grow their portfolio in sustainable energy projects. With a budget of £240,000, this project invites innovative solutions and collaborations that can help propel community energy initiatives to an investment-ready stage, thus potentially offering extended business opportunities both within and beyond the Isles of Scilly.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Community Energy Consultancy

Notice Description

The Isles of Scilly Community Venture CIC (IOSCV) is a community energy company based on the Isles of Scilly and developing community energy projects across the islands. IOSCV recently conducted feasibility studies into the potential for several solar PV and solar PV + battery community energy projects on the islands. This procurement is intended to support ongoing efforts to further develop the community energy projects deemed to be feasible through the development phase to be investment ready. Tender packs are available on request from Craig Pullen, contact details are below.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a21a9160-3337-44f7-894a-aaf70423ef49
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d3550ac-8b86-45f1-81a5-13edabd3a141
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2030 4-5 years
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
ISLES OF SCILLY COMMUNITY VENTURE C.I.C.
Contact Name
Craig Pullen
Contact Email
craig@cpconsulting.org.uk
Contact Phone
07531975978

Buyer Location

Locality
ISLES OF SCILLY
Postcode
TR21 0JY
Post Town
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Isles of Scilly
Electoral Ward
St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
St Ives

Further Information

Notice Documents

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