Award

Leisure Solar Panels for Fenland Leisure Centres x 3

FENLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL

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12 Jun 2025 at 14:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Leisure Solar Panels for Fenland Leisure Centres x 3" was conducted by Fenland District Council, located in March, England. This tender falls under the industry category of solar panels, with CPV code 09331000, and focuses on supplying solar panels to three leisure centres using the Cambridgeshire County Council EPSC (Refit) Framework. It was executed under a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The project has moved to the award stage, as of 12th June 2025, with the award being active since 17th February 2025. The contract period commenced on 27th February 2025 and concluded on 31st March 2025, and the total contract value was GBP 219,230.97. The geographic focus for the delivery is the East of England region.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the provision of sustainable energy solutions, particularly those focusing on solar technology. SMEs are identified as well-suited candidates to compete for similar future tenders, given the framework's emphasis on SMEs over voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Engaging in such projects can strategically position companies for growth in the renewable energy sector, particularly in local government projects where long-term environmental and cost-saving benefits are prioritised. With Equans, an SME, successfully awarded the contract, it highlights an opportunity for other similar businesses to leverage their expertise in energy-efficient solutions for public infrastructure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Leisure Solar Panels for Fenland Leisure Centres x 3

Notice Description

Solar Panels to free leisure centres using Cambridgeshire County Council EPSC (Refit) Framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fd3063f7-863c-446d-b6d9-3c8cf93f6514
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13fc95cb-f0a6-4091-9efd-124c605eece6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£219,230 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£219,230 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 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
FENLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MARCH
Postcode
PE15 8NQ
Post Town
Peterborough
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
Fenland
Electoral Ward
March North
Westminster Constituency
North East Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EQUANS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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