Summary of the contracting process

South Cambridgeshire District Council, in partnership with Cambridge City Council under the Greater Cambridge Shared Waste Service, is actively seeking bids for the Waterbeach Renewable Energy Network (WREN) project. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure being employed. The focus is on construction work for industrial buildings, specifically involving the design and construction of a solar farm and battery energy storage system in Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire. The tender aims to support both councils in their goal of becoming net zero by 2050. The deadline for submission is 20 June 2025, with the award period beginning on the same day. Interested parties can submit their proposals electronically and should note the primary industry category is works.

The WREN project presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in renewable energy solutions, construction services, and sustainable infrastructure to gain a foothold in public sector projects. As the procurement encourages a competitive edge on quality and price, companies with expertise in solar energy installation and management, and those with capabilities in fleet electrification projects, are well-suited to compete. The contract spans several phases including design, construction, and operation, providing long-term engagement prospects. Hence, businesses that can offer innovative energy solutions with proven efficiency stand a chance to significantly benefit from participating in this tender opportunity. Additionally, the contract allows for the possibility of further extensions, offering sustained growth for successful bidders.

Tender

South Cambridgeshire District Council - Waterbeach Renewable Energy Network (WREN)

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

9th May 2025 17:39:40 PM

Tender Deadline

20th June 2025 12:00:00 PM 36 days remaining
Contract Summary

The Waterbeach Renewable Energy Network WREN project is being delivered by South Cambridgeshire District Council (SCDC) in partnership with Cambridge City Council (City) under the title of Greater Cambridge Shared Waste Service (GCSWS) to facilitate both authorities becoming net zero by 2050. South Cambridgeshire District Council will lead on the procurement process. GCSWS are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced company to tender for the Design and construction of the WREN project, at Waterbeach Cambridgeshire General Description of the works: The tender is for a single stage tender to complete the design based on the works information and complete the construction of the Solar farm and BESS As part of the plans to meet these targets, the waste service is electrifying a proportion of its fleet, with 4 electric RCV (e-RCVs) currently operating within the service and an agreed programme to have a total of 18 electric e-RCVs operational by 2027/28, alongside electric vehicles for fleet management use. The WREN project will provide solar energy and battery storage to facilitate the e-RCVs. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=0f137c8a-b221-f011-8136-005056b64545
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-051043

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Works

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

45213250

CPV Division(s)

45 - Construction work
Awarding Authority

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@cambridge.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

The Guildhall

Cambridge

CB2 1BY

United Kingdom

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South Cambridgeshire District Council - Waterbeach Renewable Energy Network (WREN)

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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