Award

Solar Array Operations Maintenance and Repair (O&M)

ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Mar 2026 at 15:15

Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

Associated British Ports (ABP) has completed the procurement process for contracts related to the maintenance and repair of solar array operations across their ports estate in the United Kingdom. The initial tender, titled "Solar Array Operations Maintenance and Repair (O&M)," was initiated with an open procurement method. The award was announced on March 23, 2026, with Clearsol Renewables Limited identified as the supplier, set to commence work on July 1, 2026, until June 30, 2029. This process involved services in various UK regions including Humber, Kings Lynn, and others, with the standstill period concluding on April 1, 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in solar photovoltaic modules and repair and maintenance services. With a gross contract value amounting to £739,200, it is particularly appealing for large-scale enterprises capable of providing technical and commercial excellence. Companies specialising in solar technology and services can leverage this contract to expand their footprint in the energy sector, especially those positioned in regions served by ABP. The open procedure encourages competitive bids, ensuring innovation and efficiency in meeting the strategic energy needs of the ports.

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Notice Title

Solar Array Operations Maintenance and Repair (O&M)

Notice Description

Associated British Ports (ABP) is procuring Contract/s for Solar Array Operations Maintenance and repair services across the ABP ports estate.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Humber - Immingham, Hull and Goole

Solar Array Operations and Maintenance and repair services

Lot 2 - WSSP - Solar Array Operations Maintenance and repair services

Solar Array Operations Maintenance and repair services at Kings Lynn, Lowestoft, Ipswich, Teignmouth, Plymouth, Garston, Fleetwood, Silloth and Ayr

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e955
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026362-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£739,200 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2E 9ES
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLH1 East Anglia, TLK South West (England), TLL Wales

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLEARSOL RENEWABLES

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