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NDC0040-25 - North Devon Crematorium Solar

NORTH DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL

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29 Oct 2025 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

North Devon District Council has awarded a contract related to the provision of solar photovoltaic panels and installation services on the roof of Rowan Chapel at North Devon Crematorium. This initiative is part of the Council's strategy to decarbonise its built assets, indicating an environmental focus in the procurement process. The contract was awarded under a limited procurement method, signifying a below threshold competition tailored for specific suppliers. The award and contract for this solar installation, identified by the title "NDC0040-25 - North Devon Crematorium Solar," were activated on 23 October 2025, with the delivery period spanning from 3 November 2025 to 2 May 2026. This contracting process fits within the 'goods' category and took place in Barnstaple, UK, falling under the region code UKK43.

The contract was awarded to Cook Electrical Ltd, an SME located in Barnstaple, which presents significant commercial opportunities for businesses specialising in solar PV installations and renewable energy solutions. Firms with expertise in solar technology and installation can capitalize on similar future projects, particularly where environmentally sustainable solutions are prioritised by public authorities like sub-central governments. This procurement is a testament to the growth potential in the renewable energy sector aimed at decarbonising public infrastructures, fostering innovative solutions and partnerships between local government and suppliers that align with sustainability goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NDC0040-25 - North Devon Crematorium Solar

Notice Description

Provision of Solar PV and installation on the roof of Rowan Chapel at North Devon Crematorium, as part of a project to decarbonise North Devon Council's built assets.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d5e5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069231-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

09332000 - Solar installation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,705 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 2 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
supplyingndc@northdevon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BARNSTAPLE
Postcode
EX31 1DG
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Devon
Electoral Ward
Barnstaple Central
Westminster Constituency
North Devon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COOK ELECTRICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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