Planning

NHS FHFT Heatherwood Hospital Solar and Battery Works

FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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PlanningUpdate

30 Oct 2025 at 09:27

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

25 May 2025 at 09:38

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST is currently in the planning phase of a procurement process for the "NHS FHFT Heatherwood Hospital Solar and Battery Works" project. This contract involves constructing solar electricity generating equipment and battery storage facilities at Heatherwood Hospital. Classified under the works category, the procurement will be carried out using a selective method within an established framework, indicating a competitive process. Located primarily in the United Kingdom, the buyer has emphasised delivery across several UK regions. The procurement status is planned, with the contract period anticipated to begin on 1 November 2025 and conclude by 31 March 2026. A notable update on the procurement was published on 30 October 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the renewable energy and construction sectors, particularly those specialising in solar installations and battery storage solutions. Companies with experience in handling public authority contracts and working within central government frameworks in the UK will find this opportunity advantageous. The selective procurement method ensures that businesses with proven capabilities and compliance with necessary legal standards have a substantial chance of making successful bids. Thus, this contract not only contributes to expanding renewable energy infrastructure but also opens growth possibilities for tech-forward construction firms in green energy initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS FHFT Heatherwood Hospital Solar and Battery Works

Notice Description

Works to construct solar electricity generating equipment and battery storage at Heatherwood Hospital.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0525e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069598-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

09332000 - Solar installation

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
fhft.procurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
FRIMLEY
Postcode
GU16 7UJ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Surrey Heath
Electoral Ward
Frimley
Westminster Constituency
Surrey Heath

Further Information

Notice Documents

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