Tender

Supply and Installation of addition solar PV panel generation system

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD

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Tender

17 Feb 2026 at 15:48

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford is initiating a procurement process for the supply and installation of an additional solar PV panel generation system at the Northern Engineering Robotics Innovation Centre, located on its Innovation Campus in Salford, United Kingdom. This open competition tender falls under the industry category of solar panel roof-covering work. Interested suppliers must submit their quotations by noon on 27 March 2026 for evaluation. The tender is currently active and marks an opportunity for extending the University's solar capabilities. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with a budget set at £48,000. The contract period will run from 1 April 2026 to 1 April 2027.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses experienced in solar PV installations and energy management systems to expand their portfolio. Companies specialising in renewable energy solutions, particularly those looking to establish a foothold in the university sector, would find this project rewarding. It calls for a comprehensive proposal detailing cost, carbon savings, and payback models, making it ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide detailed technical expertise and competitive pricing. Moreover, successful bidders will need to demonstrate ability to liaise for approvals, ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Potential suppliers can also explore options for including battery storage solutions to enhance export impacts, further driving business growth in sustainable energy solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Installation of addition solar PV panel generation system

Notice Description

The University of Salford seeks proposals to supply and install additional PV generation to one of its buildings. The Northern Engineering Robotics Innovation Centre (NERIC) was constructed in 2022 for the University of Salford, the first building on its new Innovation Campus on Frederick Road, M6 6AP. At the time it was fitted out with 15 kWp onto its higher flat roof. The roof was originally designed to accommodate more panels, but these were reduced in a value engineering exercise. 2.0 Goods and Services to be provided The University seeks to double the amount by adding another 15 kWp bringing the total to 30kWp on the existing higher, gravel ballasted flat roof, easily visible from google satellite, while still maintaining access to service plant and the PV system. We can provide hourly data for 2025 for import, generation and export and would want a model worked up using this data as a basis but on double the existing building consumption (c55,000 kWh/yr to 110,000kWh/yr) as we are expecting this to rise very shortly. Modelling should show generation, import, export, costs saved over 20-year period as a minimum, carbon saved using current grid carbon intensity, payback periods etc including inverter replacement at year 10. Work on a current electricity import price of 28p/kWh and a grid (import) carbon intensity of 177g CO2e/kWh and an export price of 5.6p/kWh Can you please provide us with a proposal and quote to include. * A cost/carbon/payback model based on the above parameters. * A rough breakdown of costs in your quote rather than a single figure. * Provide the data sheets for the proposed panels, non-penetrating fixing system and inverters. * The combined panel/fixing weight as kg/m2 as installed on the roof. * State the panel and inverter warranty. If it doesn't already have it, the inverter should have a minimum 10-year warranty. * The generation meter provided or utilising the existing one will need to be linked to our BMS system. * How and where you intend to lift the panels and fixings onto the roof. * Provide a separate option for battery storage, it's price and impact on export. * You would be expected to carry out all the liaison for approvals with the DNO. * Comply with the University's standard T&Cs for this type of electrical work. * Two references with contact details for similar systems you have installed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065665
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014459-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£48,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£48,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-finance@salford.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
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
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

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