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UKRI-2006 Photovoltaic System Components for Bird Island, Antarctica

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation is currently seeking tenders for the project titled "UKRI-2006 Photovoltaic System Components for Bird Island, Antarctica". This procurement falls under the solar panel industry category and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The tender is active and follows an open procurement method, with a deadline for submissions set for 4th May 2022. The total value of the contract is £340,000, and the procurement includes the design and supply of a photovoltaic system to reduce reliance on Marine Gas Oil at the research station.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the renewable energy sector, particularly those with expertise in photovoltaic systems and compatibility with battery inverters. Companies that can deliver innovative and sustainable energy solutions will be well-positioned to compete for this contract, which aims to contribute to the British Antarctic Survey's commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions. Engaging in this procurement could enhance business growth while contributing positively to environmental sustainability efforts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-2006 Photovoltaic System Components for Bird Island, Antarctica

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Comunication Instead of: he procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Cambridge:-Solar-panels./89M422BMY7 Read: he procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Cambridge:-Solar-panels./4J2KKT2EG8 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. To access this tender consisting of two lots, please use this access code: 4J2KKT2EG8 As part of The British Antarctic Survey's commitment to achieving Net Zero, there is a requirement to reduce the use of Marine Gas Oil (MGO) at all of its research stations. At present Bird Island Research Station's electricity is generated soley by 25kW three phase MGO generating sets (one operating and one on standby). This project is for the design and supply of a photovoltaic (PV) system covering the majority of suitable, existing roof space. The PV system must be compatible with SMA's grid forming battery inverters (Sunny Islands)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5933e6a-9757-4841-bfa9-6e32a036cd45
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

09331000 - Solar panels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 30 days
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
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB3 0ET
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Newnham
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

Further Information

Notice Documents

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