Planning

2838_27 Renewable Energy Solutions

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO

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Planning

11 May 2026 at 11:27

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO, is planning a procurement process for a framework agreement titled "2838_27 Renewable Energy Solutions." The procurement focuses on providing access to various renewable energy solutions, including solar PV systems, heat generation, and wind turbines, with an industry category centred on solar energy, wind turbines, and related services. This process is currently in the planning stage, with procurement activities expected to establish significant contracts totalling up to £100 million. Key dates to note are the expected start date of the contract on 10th October 2027, and the anticipated notice date on 9th July 2027. The project is based in the UK, and the procurement method involves establishing a framework agreement suitable for SMEs.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the renewable energy sector, offering a chance to engage in large-scale projects over the span of several years. Companies specialising in solar energy solutions, heat generation technologies, and wind turbine manufacturing or installation will find this tender particularly fitting. The procurement framework anticipates participation from SMEs, providing an inclusive platform for smaller businesses to enter the government contracting market. By securing a position within this framework, businesses can potentially enhance their market presence and expand their operations within the renewable energy domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2838_27 Renewable Energy Solutions

Notice Description

Please note, this is a Pipeline notice only for ESPO contracts that are forecast to be re-procured or new procurement projects that are expected to be undertaken. The details captured are therefore only provided as an estimate, and no further information other than as captured can be provided at this time. For all current ESPO opportunities, please visit https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ For details of ESPO Frameworks, please visit https://www.espo.org/frameworks.html This Pipeline notice is being published to alert the supplier market that ESPO expects to establish a framework to provide access to a range of renewable energy systems for renewable energy projects, including solar PV, heat generation and wind turbines.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06959c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042946-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

09330000 - Solar energy

31121320 - Wind turbines

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Jul 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Oct 2027 - 9 Oct 2029 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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 1ES
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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