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Solar Installation at D Block, Cyncoed Campus

CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

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06 Jul 2026 at 14:41

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff Metropolitan University has recently completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of photovoltaic panels at their D Block, Cyncoed Campus, located in Cardiff, UK. This project falls under the industry category of works, specifically focusing on solar panel roof-covering work. The procurement was conducted using a limited competition method, appropriate for contracts below certain thresholds. The tender stage is now complete, with ALT Solar Limited selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £70,600 excluding VAT, will run from 1st August 2026 to 30th September 2026, having been signed on 23rd June 2026, and officially published on 6th July 2026.

This solar installation contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in renewable energy solutions, particularly those offering solar power services. Small to medium enterprises like ALT Solar Limited are well-positioned to benefit from such projects, providing them with a platform for growth and further collaboration within the public sector. The project's alignment with sustainable energy objectives could also enhance the market appeal of participating businesses, positioning them favourably for future tenders demanding expertise in solar technology and energy efficiency solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Solar Installation at D Block, Cyncoed Campus

Notice Description

Supply and installation of photovoltaic panels at the University's D Block, Cyncoed Campus

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c480
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063285-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
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
CF5 2YB
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Llandaff
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALT SOLAR

Further Information

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