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Lynemouth Solar DNO grid upgrade

MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY

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17 Nov 2025 at 14:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Lynemouth Solar DNO grid upgrade" was managed by the Mining Remediation Authority, a public authority in the central government sector, and involved a direct procurement method without competition. Located in Nottinghamshire, this project entails non-contestable works for upgrading the grid in Lynemouth, United Kingdom, to accommodate the upcoming installation of a solar PV system. The contract, awarded to Northern Powergrid (Northeast) PLC, a large-scale enterprise, specifies tasks such as replacing existing transformers and installing system monitoring. Having proceeded through the award stage, the contract was signed on 17th November 2025, with work scheduled to begin on 1st December 2025 and expected to be completed by 27th March 2026. The maximum potential extension for the works is up to 30th June 2026, depending on DNO scheduling.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in electrical or solar installations, particularly those experienced with mains connections and grid upgrade projects. With a total contract value of £75,789.08, companies that have expertise in systems monitoring, SCADA, or related electrical installation work may find subcontracting opportunities under the main contractor, Northern Powergrid. The works offer a chance for businesses to align with a large-scale utility provider and gain experience in a critical infrastructure project, potentially facilitating further business growth in the renewable energy sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lynemouth Solar DNO grid upgrade

Notice Description

This contract is for grid upgrade works at Lynemouth MWTS to enable the connection to the grid of the solar PV system that is to be installed over the coming months. These works fall under non-contestable works, which means that the works must be completed by the Distribution Network Operator (DNO), in this instance that is Northern Powergrid. Scope of work The Works are: 1. At Lynemouth Pumps replace the existing LV board and Transformer with 20kV 1MVA transformer with 1600A ACB transformer LV board 2. Install system monitoring and SCADA 3. Witness test

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e286
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074417-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

09332000 - Solar installation

31311000 - Mains connections

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£63,157 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 1-6 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
MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@coal.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Postcode
NG18 4RG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Mansfield
Electoral Ward
Berry Hill
Westminster Constituency
Mansfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTHERN POWERGRID (NORTHEAST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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