Tender

Powys Council Buildings Phase 1 Solar PV Installations

POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

24 Jul 2025 at 13:08

Summary of the contracting process

Powys County Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "Powys Council Buildings Phase 1 Solar PV Installations." This project, classified under electrical and solar installation works, aims to provide and install solar photovoltaic systems in various corporate buildings across Powys. It is divided into two geographical lots, encompassing South and North Powys. The procurement method being employed is an open competition below the threshold, with bids to be submitted online via the eTenderwales portal by 12:00 BST on 21st August 2025. Suppliers must express interest through this portal, and the enquiry period will conclude on 14th August 2025. The project is guided by the 2023/54 UK Public General Act and is set to commence on 5th September 2025, with completion slated by 19th December 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in electrical and solar installations. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate, as the lots are designed to be accessible. Positioning the award criteria at 60% cost and 40% quality indicates a competitive environment where cost-effectiveness and quality assurance are crucial. Companies ready to demonstrate these attributes can leverage this procurement to expand their portfolios in the public sector and establish long-term relationships with local government bodies. The project not only supports sustainable energy initiatives but also provides a robust business growth platform due to its comprehensive scope and government backing through the Powys County Council.

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Notice Title

Powys Council Buildings Phase 1 Solar PV Installations

Notice Description

Powys County Council is seeking to enter into a contract with a contractor(s) (or a Consortium of Contractors) using the JCT Minor Works Building Contract with contractor's design 2016 Edition with Schedule of Amendments to Supply & Install Solar PV Installations in various Powys County Council Corporate Buildings. The requirements are split into 2 Geographical lots. Further details within the procurement documentation.

Lot Information

South Powys

Supply and installation of Solar PV at Various Schools in South Powys

North Powys

Supply and installation of Solar PV at Various Schools in North Powys

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05657a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042793-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Sep 2025 - 19 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
POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
property.design@powys.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441597826000

Buyer Location

Locality
LLANDRINDOD WELLS
Postcode
LD1 5LG
Post Town
Llandrindod Wells
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
TLL24 Powys

Local Authority
Powys
Electoral Ward
Llandrindod South
Westminster Constituency
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe

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