Planning

Oakdale Road and Chisenhale Street Solar Farm's

MERSEYTRAVEL

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Planning

01 May 2026 at 13:11

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Merseytravel, a prominent sub-central government public authority in the United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the development of solar photovoltaic installations. The project is titled "Oakdale Road and Chisenhale Street Solar Farm's," with the procurement notice published on 1st May 2026. Set to begin on 1st January 2027 and conclude by the end of 2028, this tender involves the design, construction, and commissioning of solar PV systems at two separate locations, both within the UKD72 region. The procurement method is selective, utilising an award under the framework approach, and is a competitive tender situated under the 'works' category with an estimated value of £5,500,000 gross.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies experienced in renewable energy infrastructure. Organisations that can demonstrate expertise in complex solar PV projects will have a competitive edge. With a focus on sustainability, efficient project delivery, and minimal disruption to the surrounding areas, businesses that excel in project management, engineering, and integration with existing infrastructure are ideally suited for this opportunity. Additionally, the procurement process supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), encouraging participation from a varied range of business entities. This project not only fosters renewable energy initiatives but also aims to deliver long-term energy cost savings and contribute to the authority's sustainability objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Oakdale Road and Chisenhale Street Solar Farm's

Notice Description

The contracting authority intends to procure a suitably qualified contractor (or consortium) to deliver the design, build, and installation of two solar photovoltaic (PV) installations located at Oakdale Road Solar Farm and Chisenhale Street Solar Farm. The project forms part of the authority's wider strategy to reduce carbon emissions, improve energy resilience, and increase the proportion of locally generated renewable energy across its estate. The appointed supplier will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of both sites, including design development, procurement of equipment, construction, installation, testing, and commissioning. The scope of services is expected to include, but not be limited to: Site Assessment and Surveys: Undertake detailed site investigations, including topographical, geotechnical, and electrical assessments, to inform design and delivery. Design and Engineering: Development of detailed designs for solar PV arrays, mounting systems, inverters, grid connection infrastructure, and associated electrical systems, ensuring compliance with relevant UK standards and regulations. Planning and Consents: Support or manage any required planning permissions, permits, and stakeholder engagement activities. Procurement and Supply Chain Management: Supply of all plant, equipment, and materials, including PV panels, inverters, cabling, and mounting structures. Construction and Installation: Full installation of solar PV systems, including civil works, electrical installation, and integration with existing infrastructure. Grid Connection and Integration: Coordination with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and implementation of grid connection requirements, including metering and export arrangements. Testing and Commissioning: Verification of system performance, safety testing, and commissioning to ensure operational readiness. Operation and Maintenance Strategy: Provision of initial maintenance plans, warranties, and performance monitoring arrangements. Health, Safety, and Environmental Management: Delivery in accordance with all relevant legislation, with particular emphasis on safe construction practices and environmental protection. The contractor will be expected to deliver both sites efficiently, potentially in parallel, while minimising disruption to surrounding areas and ensuring programme certainty. This procurement seeks organisations with demonstrable experience in renewable energy infrastructure, particularly solar PV projects of comparable scale and complexity. The outputs will contribute to the authority's sustainability objectives and long-term energy cost savings.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069069
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040570-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYTRAVEL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD72 Liverpool
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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