Award

Award of Installation of Solar Panels and Associated Connectivity at Glamorgan Court M Block, Student Accommodation

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

13 Jan 2026 at 11:59

Tender

12 Nov 2025 at 10:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by the University of South Wales for the installation of solar panels and associated connectivity at the Glamorgan Court M Block of the Treforest Campus student accommodation. This project falls under the industry category of works, specifically focusing on solar energy and electrical installation work, within the location of Pontypridd, United Kingdom, in the UKL15 region. The procurement, carried out using an open method, was completed with an award announcement made on 13th January 2026, marking the transition from the tender phase to contract execution. The contract valued at £32,663.39 gross, commenced on 5th January 2026 and is set for completion by 30th April 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in renewable energy solutions, such as SMEs capable of delivering solar panel installations and electrical works. Companies like SILVERSTONE GREEN ENERGY LTD, who successfully secured the contract, are prime examples of entities well-positioned to leverage this project for business growth, given their expertise in solar energy. By participating in similar tenders, businesses can bolster their portfolio, expand their project experience, and enhance their market competitiveness in the renewable sector, especially under regulations favourable to sustainable initiatives in regions like Wales.

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Notice Title

Award of Installation of Solar Panels and Associated Connectivity at Glamorgan Court M Block, Student Accommodation

Notice Description

The University of South Wales has appointed a contractor for the Installation of solar panels to M Block Glamorgan Court, Student Accommodation, Treforest Campus. Works to include all connectivity to the building.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05df48
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002595-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

09330000 - Solar energy

09331000 - Solar panels

09332000 - Solar installation

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,219 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
Contact Name
Laura Perrott
Contact Email
laura.perrott@southwales.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 1DL
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Treforest
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SILVERSTONE GREEN ENERGY

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