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Framework for the Design, Supply, and Installation of Solar PV in Operational Commercial Properties in Sunderland

Sunderland City Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

12 May 2026 at 16:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

19 Mar 2026 at 11:34

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council is overseeing a tender process for a framework concerning the "Design, Supply, and Installation of Solar PV Systems" on commercial properties within Sunderland. This procurement falls within the works category and targets the solar panel industry specifically. The tender, identified as project reference OPEN2026498, has been structured into two lots: solar PV systems up to 50 kWp and systems exceeding 50 kWp, with potential domestic property installations included. The current phase is the tender stage, with submissions due by 8th June 2026. The contract is anticipated to commence on 1st July 2026 and will span until 30th June 2030. Interested suppliers must be registered on the Open E Tender portal to participate.

This procurement presents considerable commercial opportunities for businesses involved in renewable energy, specifically those with expertise in solar PV installations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering comprehensive solar PV solutions, including design, supply, and installation, are encouraged to participate. The framework aims to engage up to ten suppliers per lot and offers the potential for substantial business growth through both competitive mini-tenders and direct awards. The inclusion of possible battery storage in the call offs further expands the opportunity to those specialising in energy storage solutions, fostering a diversified portfolio of services within the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the Design, Supply, and Installation of Solar PV in Operational Commercial Properties in Sunderland

Notice Description

Sunderland City Council are seeking to appoint suitable and appropriately qualified and experienced Suppliers onto a Framework for the "Design, Supply and Installation of Solar PV Systems on Commercial Properties in Sunderland. (the Framework). The Framework will consist of 2 lots a) Lot 1: The Design, Supply and Installation of Solar PV in Commercial Properties in Sunderland up to 50Kwp. b) Lot 2: The Design, Supply and Installation of Solar PV in Commercial Properties in Sunderland Greater then 50Kwp. Suppliers may bid and be placed on one or both lots of the framework. Whilst the scope of the framework is structured predominantly for installations in operational commercial properties, the Authority may from time to time require an installation in a domestic property. In such instances the call off will be clearly identified as a domestic property installation and will be issued through the relevant framework lot. Depending on each of the individual call off requirements there may be a need for the inclusion of battery storage, and this will be incorporated into the Employers Requirements for each call off. Schemes called off from the Framework will be located within the City of Sunderland and will be commercial properties.

Lot Information

The Design, Supply and Installation of Solar PV in Commercial Properties in Sunderland up to 50Kwp

The Lot 1 scope is for suppliers who can design, supply and install solar pv with a kWh of less than 50kWp. The appointed Suppliers are required to demonstrate capability in delivering end to end installations, from commissioning right through to MCS approval and SEG registration. Depending on each of the individual call off requirements there may be a need for the inclusion of battery storage, and this will be incorporated into the Employers Requirements for each call off. Schemes called off from the Framework will be located within the City of Sunderland and will be commercial properties. Whilst the scope of the framework is structured predominantly for installations in operational commercial properties, the Authority may from time to time require an installation in a domestic property. In such instances the call off will be clearly identified as a domestic property installation and will be issued through the relevant framework lot.

The Design, Supply and Installation of Solar PV in Commercial Properties in Sunderland Greater then 50Kwp

The Lot 2 scope is for suppliers who can design, supply and install solar pv with a kWh greater than 50kWp. The appointed Suppliers are required to demonstrate capability in delivering end to end installations, from commissioning right through to MCS approval and SEG registration. Depending on each of the individual call off requirements there may be a need for the inclusion of battery storage, and this will be incorporated into the Employers Requirements for each call off. Schemes called off from the Framework will be located within the City of Sunderland and will be commercial properties. Whilst the scope of the framework is structured predominantly for installations in operational commercial properties, the Authority may from time to time require an installation in a domestic property. In such instances the call off will be clearly identified as a domestic property installation and will be issued through the relevant framework lot.

Planning Information

• The Market Engagement process and the subsequent procurement process will be published on Sunderland City Councils E Tender system Open and access to the engagement is via the web address https://open-uk.org/projects/overview/8d9dbdea-1661-4a0a-9b08-5f952d06259d The Open e tender system project reference number is OPEN2026498. • Suppliers must be registered on the Open e tender portal to participate in the procurement process. • You can register your Organisation on the Open e Tender Portal via the web address https://open-uk.org/ The engagement process consists of 1) An overview of the project. 2) Overview of the fundamental mandatory requirements of participation such as Health and Safety CDM roles. 3) A selection of basic questions to collect information on the Suppliers intent with regards participation in the tender. NOTE • This Market Engagement is not a formal Expression of interest for any subsequent tender process. • Suppliers that do not respond to this Market Engagement, or who respond indicating they do not intend participating in an advertised tender opportunity are not precluded from participation in the advertised tender should their preferences change. • Any information provided in response to this Market Engagement will be used entirely for the purposes as set out in the Market Engagement. • Suppliers are not bound by any information provided in this Market Engagement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066eb0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043592-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
22 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 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
Sunderland City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Postcode Area
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

Further Information

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