Tender

Project Development Services in relation to a proposed Solar Farm at Grazeley

WEST BERKSHIRE

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15 Mar 2021 at 11:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Berkshire District Council is seeking consultancy services for the development of a proposed solar farm in Grazeley, titled "Project Development Services in relation to a proposed Solar Farm at Grazeley." The project aims to construct a 16MWp solar facility on approximately 74 acres of Council-owned land at Bloomfield HatchFarm, Grazeley, RG7 3AD. This open procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 15 April 2021, and the contract period set to commence on 24 May 2021, lasting until 29 April 2023. The estimated value of the contract is £450,000 and it involves project management consultancy services, along with associated environmental and solar energy consultancies.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the renewable energy and project management sectors, particularly those involved in solar energy development and construction. Companies with expertise in environmental engineering, energy-efficiency consultancy, or development consultancy services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating, businesses can not only contribute to local renewable energy initiatives but also establish long-term collaborative relationships with the Council and enhance their market presence in the growing solar energy sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Development Services in relation to a proposed Solar Farm at Grazeley

Notice Description

The Council requires consultancy services (or co-developer) to assist the Council with the development, design, project management and supervision of the delivery of a potential solar farm in Grazeley. The proposed site at Bloomfield HatchFarm, Grazeley RG7 3AD, consists of 3 fields spread over 74 acres of Council owned arable farmland. The completed scheme will deliver a 16MWp solar farm providing an average of 15,000MW pa over proscribed predicted 30 year life span of the project. The expected outcome of the project is for the co-developer to see through management of the project until completion. West Berkshire District Council wish to construct and invest in a 16MWp solar farm located on c74 acres of the Council's land. The Council requires a Developer to provide all of the professional services required for the delivery of the Project and to enter into an agreement with the Council which has the following primary objectives; o The appointment of a professional solar farm Developer who will work with and bolster the Council's own internal procurement and project teams. o De-risking of the project development and construction phases for the Council by sharing the risk and reward with the appointed Developer. o The use of the Developer to obtain all the necessary planning and utility consents to enable the Project to be built. o Following the receipt of the necessary consents, the use of the Developer to support procurement of suitable construction Contractors. o The use of the Developer to provide project management services throughout the construction and commissioning phase. Additional information: Bidders should use the following link to apply for this contract. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westberks/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Bidders should use the following link to apply for this contract. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westberks/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ca605c44-0cd2-4a34-974f-e99be2dfdebe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c10763bc-b053-4b5b-8bc5-ea73e80f6d78
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

09330000 - Solar energy

09331000 - Solar panels

09332000 - Solar installation

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 May 2021 - 29 Apr 2023 1-2 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
WEST BERKSHIRE
Contact Name
Miles Roberts
Contact Email
miles.roberts@westberks.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441635 519107

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWBURY
Postcode
RG14 5LD
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
West Berkshire
Electoral Ward
Newbury Central
Westminster Constituency
Newbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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