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UKRI-2006 Photovoltaic System Components for Bird Island, Antarctica

UK Research & Innovation

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23 Mar 2022 at 16:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation is currently conducting an open tender titled "UKRI-2006 Photovoltaic System Components for Bird Island, Antarctica," focusing on the supply of solar panels. This procurement falls under the goods category and is part of the British Antarctic Survey's initiative to reduce reliance on Marine Gas Oil. The tender is actively seeking suppliers for two lots, with a total contract value of £340,000 and a contract period of 180 days. The deadline for submissions is set for 4th May 2022, with the bid opening and award date scheduled for the same day, located in Cambridgeshire, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in renewable energy solutions, particularly those capable of designing and supplying photovoltaic systems and battery storage technologies. Businesses that possess expertise in solar panel technology, sustainable energy systems, and related electrical infrastructure would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project not only aligns with environmental commitments but also allows firms to broaden their market presence in the renewable energy sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-2006 Photovoltaic System Components for Bird Island, Antarctica

Notice Description

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)

Lot Information

Provision of photovoltaic arrays and associated inverters for Bird Island Research Station

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) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/P528QCJC96 alternatively log into Delta and use the access code P528QCJC96

The provision of Battery Storage and grid forming inverters for Bird Island Research Station

The provision of Battery Storage and grid forming inverters for Bird Island Research Station. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/96B78PRW7S Alternatively log into Delta and use Access code 96B78PRW7S

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-032587
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007917-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

31422000 - Battery packs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£339,300 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
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
Postcode Area
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
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC
Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Newnham
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

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