T26-097ENV Design, Supply, Installation and Integration of Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage for 2 Council Depots

DERRY CITY AND STRABANE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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01 Jul 2026 at 11:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Derry City and Strabane District Council, involves an open tender titled "T26-097ENV Design, Supply, Installation and Integration of Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage for 2 Council Depots". This process targets the energy sector, specifically the installation of solar photovoltaic systems and battery storage. The tender is divided into two lots, with work to be completed by 31 March 2027. Interested parties must submit their tenders through etendersNI, no later than 31 July 2026. The council is located in Northern Ireland, and bidders must adhere to Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement stage is currently active in the tender phase, offering a below threshold open competition for contractors.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in renewable energy and electrical installation services, particularly those with experience in solar energy and battery storage. By participating in this project, businesses can showcase their capabilities in executing large-scale, grid-connected solar energy projects. Small to medium enterprises with expertise in solar panel installation, battery systems, and electrical infrastructure may find this contract particularly advantageous for business growth. The opportunity to apply for multiple lots allows for flexibility and the potential to expand service offerings within the region, positioning companies prominently within a competitive and growing market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

T26-097ENV Design, Supply, Installation and Integration of Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage for 2 Council Depots

Notice Description

Derry City and Strabane District Council invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the supply, installation, commissioning, and handover of solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage solutions for its two Fleet depots. Each of the two fleet depots have ancillary offices, whilst Strahans Road also operates as a Recycling Centre. This tender will take the form of two Lots therefore interested suppliers are requested to provide prices on a lot-by-lot basis. Bidders can apply for any or all of the Lots. Bidders should note that delivery of this project is subject to external funding. The 2 Lots encompass the design (where required), installation and commissioning of roof-mounted solar PV arrays and associated battery storage systems to deliver fully operational systems compliant with all relevant standards and regulations. Tenderers must note that all installations must be fully completed, commissioned, and operational no later than 31 March 2027. Your submission must be submitted via etendersNI, via this CFT. No other method of submissions will be accepted. Please refer to the CfT documents for further detail.

Lot Information

Design, supply, installation and integration of a battery-ready, grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system

Design, supply, installation and integration of a battery-ready, grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system - see tender docs for further detail

Design, supply, installation, commissioning, and integration of a scalable Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Design, supply, installation, commissioning, and integration of a scalable Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) - see tender docs for further detail

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c126
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061680-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2026 - 27 Feb 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERRY CITY AND STRABANE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
98 STRAND ROAD
Postcode
BT48 7NN
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0A Derry City and Strabane
Delivery Location
TLN0A Derry City and Strabane

Local Authority
Derry City and Strabane
Electoral Ward
Northland
Westminster Constituency
Foyle

Further Information

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