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Design, Installation and Commissioning of Solar PV on Student Residence Roofs

THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER

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08 Sep 2025 at 10:57

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02 Jul 2025 at 09:27

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18 Jun 2025 at 11:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Chichester initiated a procurement process for the design, installation, and commissioning of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on the roofs of its student residences located at the Bishop Otter Campus in Chichester, UK, within the industry category of solar panel and installation services. This open procurement was conducted through an open competition method, with the tender process reaching the contract award stage on 8 September 2025. The contract, valued at £114,949.42, was awarded to Bright Spark Energy. The planned contract period is from 30 September 2025 to 1 April 2026. This initiative is part of the University's efforts to address roof leaks and promote sustainability through renewable energy solutions.

This tender posed significant opportunities for businesses specialising in solar PV installation and those with expertise in sustainable energy solutions, aligning with the growing demand for renewable energy in the UK. The project offered opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage with public sector contracts, as evidenced by Bright Spark Energy, an SME, securing the contract. Companies with a track record in similar projects or those looking to expand their portfolio in the energy sector would find such procurements beneficial for business growth. The comprehensive criteria emphasising organisational experience, environmental performance, and social value presented an inclusive opportunity for businesses to showcase their capabilities and commitment to sustainable practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design, Installation and Commissioning of Solar PV on Student Residence Roofs

Notice Description

The University of Chichester is looking to appoint a competent contractor to design, install and commission solar PV on three of its Halls of Residences at its Bishop Otter Campus in Chichester. The three halls are all planned to be re-roofed, starting in September 2025. This work is urgent due to ongoing roof leaks. Whilst being pursued as quickly as possible, the necessary change in roofing material requires formal planning consent. The change in material is needed because the pitch of the roof is too shallow for the synthetic slates currently fitted. The new roof is planned to be Kingspan KS1000RW profiled insulated composite panels. These comprise a XL Forte plastisol steel outer sheet, a 40mm thick rigid quadcore insulation core and a bright white plastisol finish lining panel face. The University is currently progressing the planning application with the support of a planning consultant and a roofing contractor already "on board". As part of the project the University also wishes to install solar PV to reduce its carbon footprint and help reduce energy costs. Preliminary assessments in relation to solar PV have determined that solar PV is viable. A case has also been made for completing the re-roof and solar PV installations together, due to the saving on scaffolding costs. The planning application for the replacement of the roof therefore includes for solar PV too. Discussion in relation to procurement has however concluded that the design, installation and commissioning of the solar PV should be a separate procurement to the roof - although the University is seeking to see this co-ordinated with the new roof installation as efficiently as possible. As a consequence, this contract will be a design and build contract for the design, installation and commissioning of solar PV on the roofs of Amberley, Chilgrove and Harting student residences. The form of contract will be a largely unamended JCT Design and Build Contract 2024 (DB 2024). This will be kept separate from the roofing contract, but sectional completion clauses will be used to correspond with the planned phasing of the roof replacement works. Full details of our requirements are available in the tender documents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054ef1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054554-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£114,949 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 1 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 6PE
Postcode Area
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester North
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Bright Spark Energy

Further Information

Notice Documents

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