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Proposed Solar Farm Horncastle

EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

02 Jun 2026 at 09:25

Award

16 Jan 2026 at 12:42

Tender

21 Nov 2025 at 14:31

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Proposed Solar Farm Horncastle" was managed by East Lindsey District Council, located at The Hub, Mareham Road in Horncastle, United Kingdom. The tender process was initiated on 21st November 2025 and was set in the industry category of works, specifically for electrical installation work. The project involves the installation of solar panels to significantly increase renewable electricity generation capacity at the council's headquarters, as well as integrating innovative solar PV structures in the site's parking areas. The procurement method used was open competition, suitable for public authority sub-central government, and the procurement stage is currently at the contract award phase with the contract having been signed on 8th May 2026. Key dates for project delivery include the contract period from 22nd June 2026 to 4th September 2026.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses involved in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in solar energy solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in electrical installation and solar panel installations would find this project highly suitable. The opportunity highlights the potential for growth in sustainable energy initiatives and encourages participation from businesses capable of delivering innovative solar PV solutions. By undertaking such projects, businesses can expand their portfolio, achieve greater market penetration in green technology, and establish partnerships within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Proposed Solar Farm Horncastle

Notice Description

Proposed installation of Solar panels at the Hub Horncastle.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e669
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051740-2026
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45317000 - Other electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20265 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 4 Sep 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
EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERSHIP SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HORNCASTLE
Postcode
LN9 6PH
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVOENERGY

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