Tender

Solar panel and inverter for Abuja and Lagos - Nigeria (Ref MW_2525_71_1, MW_2526_71_2)

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Jun 2025 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has initiated a public procurement process for the supply and installation of solar panels and transformer-based hybrid inverters in Abuja and Lagos, Nigeria. The tender, titled "Solar panel and inverter for Abuja and Lagos - Nigeria", falls under the goods industry category, specifically solar panels, and is in the tender stage. With an open competition procurement method, it aims to engage capable suppliers to deliver and install the required equipment at specified locations in Nigeria. The procurement process is guided by the legal basis outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54. Key dates to note include the end of the enquiry period on 13 June 2025 and the tender period closing on 10 July 2025. The contract period is expected to start on 11 July 2025 and conclude by the end of December 2025, with the total gross value of the contract set at NGN 47,000.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in renewable energy solutions, particularly those with expertise in solar power installations. Companies with a proven track record in delivering high-quality solar panels and inverters, accompanied by competitive pricing, are likely to be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The project provides a significant platform for businesses to enhance their portfolio by establishing or cementing relationships within the African market, particularly in the energy sector. The procurement encourages participation from businesses that can offer reliable, innovative, and efficient solutions, promoting sustainable energy solutions in Nigeria's growing urban centres.

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Notice Title

Solar panel and inverter for Abuja and Lagos - Nigeria (Ref MW_2525_71_1, MW_2526_71_2)

Notice Description

The purpose and scope of this RFP is to source for the supply and Installation of transformer-based hybrid Inverter with 2 Pcs 15KWA Lithium - ION batteries and 24 pcs 400W Monocrystalline Solar Panels in 20 Thompson Avenue, Ikoyi Lagos-Nigeria. And lot 2 The supply and Installation of transformer-based hybrid Inverter with 2 Pcs 15KWA Lithium - ION batteries and 24 pcs 400W Monocrystalline Solar Panels in Abuja-Nigeria: Plot 3645, IBB Way, Maitama.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0547e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032032-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,720 Under £100K
Lots Value
£43,720 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sophia El Massnaoui
Contact Email
sophia.elmassnaoui@britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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