Award

Additional solar PV at LDNPA Northern Office

LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 Jul 2025 at 13:06

Tender

12 Jun 2025 at 14:36

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by the Lake District National Park Authority involves the contract for installing an additional solar PV system at their Northern Office. This procurement falls under the "works" category and is in the "award" stage, having been completed and awarded to RJ Solar on 22 July 2025. The project is situated in Kendal, UKD12, supporting regions across the UK. The procurement method used was open competition, classified as "below threshold," with a total contract value of £36,000 gross (£30,000 net). The contract period is set to start on 22 August 2025 and conclude on 31 March 2026. Key stages were managed under legal basis UKPGA, 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in solar photovoltaic systems. Companies that can provide expertise in solar installation, equipment procurement, grid connection, and project management would find this tender ideal for business expansion. Competition is likely among firms that can ensure quality in both technical functionality and sustainability outcomes, integrating renewable energy solutions to maximise site self-sufficiency while meeting environmental and economic sustainability criteria.

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Notice Title

Additional solar PV at LDNPA Northern Office

Notice Description

Installation of solar photovoltaic system (possibly including battery storage) in order to maximise the site's self-sufficiency for electricity. Size of system not prescribed but will depend on area of roof available (approx. 190 sq.m) and matching of potential renewable generation to power consumption (approx. 44 MWh/yr). Supplier to cover all aspects of equipment, scaffolding, installation, groundworks, certification, connections and commissioning.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0547e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042026-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

09332000 - Solar installation

31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus

31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
21 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Martin Sleath
Contact Email
richard.horner@lakedistrict.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+447795334007

Buyer Location

Locality
KENDAL
Postcode
LA9 7RL
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
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
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal South
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RJ SOLAR

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