Provision of Installation and Commission of Solar PV for the University of Sunderland

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 May 2026 at 12:54

TenderUpdate

26 Feb 2026 at 14:23

Tender

23 Feb 2026 at 16:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the University of Sunderland, involves the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a solar photovoltaic (PV) system for Helen McArdle House. The process falls under the 'works' category within the renewable energy industry, specifically focusing on solar installations. The procurement has reached the award stage, with Advanced Renewable Power, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Washington, UK, being awarded the contract worth £137,196. The procurement method was open competition, categorised as below threshold, with the contract period set from 1st June 2026 to 31st July 2026. The procurement had an impressive engagement, attracting 23 bids, with 21 making it to the final stage.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in renewable energy installations, particularly those focusing on solar systems. SMEs, like Advanced Renewable Power, are well-suited to compete, especially those capable of delivering high-quality solutions as the award criteria heavily weighted quality over cost, at a 60:40 ratio. By participating in such tenders, businesses can not only expand their portfolio but also enhance their market reputation in the growing sector of sustainable energy, paving the way for future opportunities in public sector green initiatives.

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Notice Title

Provision of Installation and Commission of Solar PV for the University of Sunderland

Notice Description

Design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of solar photovoltaic (PV) system for Helen McArdle House

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065a70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043927-2026
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

09330000 - Solar energy

09331000 - Solar panels

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

09332000 - Solar installation

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£137,196 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
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
TLC23 Sunderland

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADVANCED RENEWABLE POWER

Further Information

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