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Award of Ceredigion - PV Panel Inspection & Maintenance / Gwobr Ceredigion - Arolygu a Chynnal a Chadw Paneli PV

CYNGOR SIR CEREDIGION COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

31 Mar 2026 at 15:38

Tender

04 Feb 2026 at 16:47

Summary of the contracting process

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council, acting as the buying organisation, has completed the procurement process for the inspection and maintenance of photovoltaic (PV) panels across various sites. This tender, titled "Award of Ceredigion - PV Panel Inspection & Maintenance," falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment and solar photovoltaic modules. The contracting process commenced with the tender stage on 4th February 2026 and culminated in the award stage on 31st March 2026. The project is located in Aberaeron, UKL14 region, United Kingdom, with the contract period set from 4th May 2026 to 4th May 2029. The procurement was conducted using an open competition method below the threshold, with key milestones including a significant date for contract signature by 13th April 2026. The estimated contract value ranged between £60,000 and £75,000.

This contract presents viable opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in electrical services, solar photovoltaic modules, and technical inspection services. The tender was successfully awarded to Will Davey Electrical, an SME based in Aberystwyth, showcasing an encouraging precedent for small and medium-sized enterprises to compete in such tenders. With the gross award value stated at £78,257.38, the business growth potential is considerable for companies proficient in delivering high-quality, compliant solar PV panel services. The contract emphasises adherence to industry standards, health and safety legislation, and insurance requirements, identifying it as a promising opportunity for professional contractors seeking to expand their portfolios in the sustainability sector.

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Notice Title

Award of Ceredigion - PV Panel Inspection & Maintenance / Gwobr Ceredigion - Arolygu a Chynnal a Chadw Paneli PV

Notice Description

Ceredigion County Council is awarding a suitably qualified and experienced consultant, contractor or organisation to undertake the annual inspection and cleaning of photovoltaic (PV) panels across various sites. The services must be delivered in accordance with relevant industry standards, health and safety legislation, and insurance requirements. The estimated value is between PS60,000 to PS75,000. Completion of all elements of the proposal must be achievable within this budget. Please note that the contract value provided within this notice represents an estimate prepared by the Council. It is issued for guidance only and does not constitute a fixed budget or an indication of the expected contract price. Bidders are expected to submit a competitive bid based on market prices. Mae Cyngor Sir Ceredigion yn dyfarnu ymgynghorydd, contractwr neu sefydliad cymwys a phrofiadol i ymgymryd a'r archwiliad a'r glanhau blynyddol o baneli ffotofoltaig (PV) ar draws amrywiol safleoedd. Rhaid darparu'r gwasanaethau yn unol a safonau diwydiant perthnasol, deddfwriaeth iechyd a diogelwch, a gofynion yswiriant. Mae'r gwerth amcangyfrifedig rhwng PS60,000 a PS75,000. Rhaid cwblhau pob elfen o'r cynnig o fewn y gyllideb hon. Sylwch fod gwerth y contract a ddarperir yn yr hysbysiad hwn yn amcangyfrif a baratowyd gan y Cyngor. Fe'i cyhoeddir at ddibenion canllaw yn unig ac nid yw'n gyfystyr a chyllideb sefydlog nac yn arwydd o bris disgwyliedig y contract. Disgwylir i dendrwyr gyflwyno cynnig cystadleuol yn seiliedig ar brisiau'r farchnad.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06476c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029971-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

45310000 - Electrical installation work

50532400 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment

50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

71314100 - Electrical services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
£65,214 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 4 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CYNGOR SIR CEREDIGION COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERAERON
Postcode
SA46 0PA
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales

Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Aberaeron and Aberarth
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WILL DAVEY ELECTRICAL

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