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Solar PV Installation in Sunderland Schools Project Phase 2 Funded by the Mayoral Renewable Fund

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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12 Feb 2026 at 09:17

Award

22 Jan 2026 at 10:01

Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council initiated a limited procurement process for the Solar PV Installation project in Sunderland Schools as part of Phase 2 funded by the Mayoral Renewable Fund. This procurement involves the supply and installation of solar panels in selected schools, with potential for expansion to additional sites. Located within the UKC23 region, Sunderland is the focus area of this undertaking, with works provided by small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in the solar energy industry. The procurement method was below-threshold limited competition, culminating in the award and contract phases by early February 2026. The latest contracts were signed on 10th February 2026, with installation works expected to be completed by 11th March 2026.

This project represents a strategic opportunity for SMEs specialising in renewable energy solutions, particularly those with expertise in solar panel installations. Oakes Energy Services Ltd and ADVANCED RENEWABLE POWER LTD, both SMEs, have already been engaged to execute the project, evidencing opportunities for similar-sized companies that can demonstrate competitive capabilities in solar panel installation and maintenance. Businesses looking to engage in the renewable energy and educational sectors would benefit significantly from participating in tenders like this, as Sunderland continues to show commitment to expanding its sustainable energy infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Solar PV Installation in Sunderland Schools Project Phase 2 Funded by the Mayoral Renewable Fund

Notice Description

The phase 2 project requirements consist of 2 lots, both lots have a baseline installation requirement in a number of schools and an Authority optional requirement for the further installation of Solar PV in further schools. Lot 1 Requirements: Contract Requirement 1 The Supply and Installation of Solar PV in 4 Sunderland Schools. (including a Council Option to include the Supply and Installation of Solar PV in a further 2 schools). * Grindon Infant School. * Hudson Road Primary School * Marlborough Primary School * Southwick Primary School * Authority Future Option: Grange Park Primary (Estimated 13.65 Kwp). * Authority Future Option: Lambton Primary (Estimated 13.65 Kwp). Lot 2 Requirements: The Supply and Installation of Solar PV in 4 Sunderland Schools. (including an Authority Option to include the Supply and Installation of Solar PV in a further 1 school) * Castletown Primary School. * Link School (Pallion). * Wessington Primary School. * Willow Wood Primary School. * Authority Future Option: Hylton Red House Nursery (Estimated 10 Kwp)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060bd4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012679-2026
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

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£211,597 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 11 Mar 2026 30 days
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
2
Supplier Names

ADVANCED RENEWABLE POWER

OAKES ENERGY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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