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Procurement for the Design, Build, Operation and Maintenance of a Solar PV Plant

bp Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Limited

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

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13 Aug 2025 at 12:43

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13 Aug 2025 at 11:48

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01 Aug 2023 at 08:52

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25 Jul 2023 at 11:13

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Tender

29 Jun 2023 at 12:03

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Planning

31 May 2023 at 08:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by bp Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Limited concerns a significant infrastructure project centred on the design, construction, and management of a Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Plant. This project is linked to the Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub and will be built on the former Ness landfill, situated approximately 2 km south of Aberdeen city centre, near Nigg Bay. The project falls under the 'works' category, specifically construction work for power plants. As of the last update on 13th August 2025, the procurement stage is in the 'contract update' and 'award update' phase, following the completion of an active awarding process. The award was confirmed on 7th July 2025 to Absolute Solar and Wind Ltd, with a contract value of £6,287,300 GBP and a duration of 1440 days.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in renewable energy, particularly those with expertise in large-scale solar installation, electrical power systems design, civil and mechanical construction, and maintenance services. The procurement method used is an open procedure, inviting wide participation, especially suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). With a focus on sustainability and the technical requirements of green energy, businesses in these sectors can leverage this opportunity to expand their operations, enhance their portfolio, and contribute to strategic energy transitions in the UK. Businesses proficient in integrating PV systems with hydrogen production facilities, alongside a capacity for project management and compliance with environmental standards, would be well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities in this emerging and innovative field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement for the Design, Build, Operation and Maintenance of a Solar PV Plant

Notice Description

bp Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Limited (bpAHEL) is a Joint Venture (JV) between bp and Aberdeen City Council (ACC), secured through a public procurement process. The JV has been created with the purpose of delivering a scalable green hydrogen production, storage and distribution facility (hydrogen refuelling station) in the city. The hydrogen refuelling station will be powered by renewable energy, including a purpose-built Solar PV Plant. The purpose of this notice is to inform potential bidders of the opportunity to submit a tender to design, build, operate and maintain the Solar PV Plant.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub Solar PV Plant will be a ground mounted PV system at the site of the former Ness landfill, which is located 2 km south of Aberdeen city centre, on Coast Road adjacent to Nigg Bay, to the south of Aberdeen Harbour and approximately 4km northeast of Cove Bay. The Contractor should design the solar plant taking into consideration that this is located on a capped landfill site, which still requires safe management by the incumbent waste management contractor via a venting and drainage system. The site will be linked by an underground connection to the hydrogen production plant and vehicle re-fuelling facility. The Works to be undertaken by the Contractor relate to the civil and mechanical construction works of the solar PV plant and all electrical works to (but not including) a metering circuit breaker on site (the Connection Point).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03d068
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048383-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

09330000 - Solar energy

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

09332000 - Solar installation

45251100 - Construction work for power plant

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

71323100 - Electrical power systems design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£6,287,300 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Jun 2023Expired
Award Date
7 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
bp Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Limited
Additional Buyers

Turner & Townsend

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB10 1YL
Postcode Area
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Hazlehead/Queens Cross/Countesswells
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Absolute Solar and Wind Ltd

Further Information

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