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THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF SOLAR PV PANELS IN 3 SCHOOL SITES INSUNDERLAND

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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20 Nov 2025 at 11:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by Sunderland City Council, involved the supply and installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels at three primary school sites in Sunderland: Barmston, Easington Lane, and Grangetown. Categorised under 'works' in the public procurement sector, the contract was awarded through a limited competition process, specifically below threshold tendering. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract subsequently active. Key dates include the contract's signing on the 11th of November 2025, with the project scheduled to commence on the 27th of November 2025 and conclude by the 15th of January 2026. This initiative is governed under the legislative framework, UKPGA 2023/54.

This contract represents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in sustainable energy solutions, particularly those within the construction sector. Flowing Construction Services Limited, an SME, successfully secured the contract, underscoring the suitability for small to medium enterprises to compete in such tenders. Companies focusing on renewable energy projects would find this type of procurement advantageous. As sustainability continues to be a priority across the UK, businesses aligned with green energy infrastructure stand to benefit from similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF SOLAR PV PANELS IN 3 SCHOOL SITES INSUNDERLAND

Notice Description

The Supply and Installation of Solar PV Panels in 3 Primary Schools in Sunderland. * Barmston Primary School * Easington Lane Primary School * Grangetown Primary School

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e524
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075543-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112711 - Landscaping work for parks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£66,483 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
27 Nov 2025 - 15 Jan 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
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@sunderland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FLOWING CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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