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TenderUpdate

03 Jul 2026 at 06:57

Tender

19 Jun 2026 at 12:03

Planning

07 May 2026 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

Barcud Shared Services, based in Cardiff, is leading a procurement process for the "BSS26007 - Roofing and Solar Framework". This involves the establishment of a framework agreement over eight years, divided into three active lots: Pitched Roofs, Flat Roofs, and Solar Installation and Repair. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with a value of £40 million, with bids invited up until 31st July 2026. Operating under Welsh devolved regulations, the process follows an open procedure and covers regions in the United Kingdom, classified under the industry category of roof works and solar panel installations. The framework agreement will end on 6th September 2034, offering opportunities for direct awards or mini-competitions.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as no maximum bid limit for contractors is applied. Suitable businesses are those specialising in construction works, roofing, and solar installations, with an emphasis on both quality and competitive pricing strategies. Participation in this framework allows businesses to secure long-term partnerships with Barcud Shared Services and potentially expand their clientele across the specified regions, enhancing both financial returns and market reputation.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

BSS26007 - Roofing and Solar Framework

Notice Description

The framework is advertised on an 8-year open framework basis, the framework will establish 3 distinct lots, there is no maximum amount of lots a contractor can bid for, this will include: Lot 1 - Pitched Roofs Lot 2 - Flat Roofs Lot 3 - Solar Installation and Repair

Lot Information

Pitched Roofs

Supply, installations and repairs of pitched roofs

Flat Roofs

Supply, installation and repair of flat roofs

Solar Installation and Repair

Description: Solar Installation and Repair

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069362
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062549-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

09332000 - Solar installation

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£32,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
18 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Sep 2026 - 6 Sep 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BARCUD SHARED SERVICES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 2SA
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Splott
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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