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21 Jul 2026 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

Cyson Cymru, acting on behalf of Newport City Council, has initiated an active tender process for the design and construction of a solar farm and battery energy storage system at the Docks Way Landfill Site in Newport. This tender falls under the industry category of construction and solar installation, with a particular focus on renewable energy solutions. It involves a contract for the turnkey design, installation, and commissioning of a solar farm with a 1.1MWp capacity and a 2MWh DC battery system. The procurement method is open competition, and the tender stage is currently active. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 17th August 2026 and the enquiry period ending on 10th August 2026. The contract period is expected to start on 28th August 2026 and conclude on 2nd April 2029, with the construction being undertaken in 2026/7.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering, procurement, and construction, particularly those with expertise in renewable energy technologies like solar power. The project’s scale, with a projected value of £2.7 million, is ideal for companies aiming to expand their portfolio in sustainable energy infrastructure. Companies with knowledge in large-scale electrical installations and who can deliver high-quality work focused on energy efficiency and storage solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete. As the tender is governed by Welsh devolved regulations, familiarity with local guidelines and incentives for renewable projects can provide a competitive edge.

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Notice Title

Design and Construction of a Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Docks Way Landfill Site

Notice Description

Cyson Cymru, on behalf of Newport City Council (NCC), is seeking Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) proposals for the turnkey design, installation, and commissioning of the solar farm and a DC coupled battery with a 400V grid connection at the Newport City Council's recycling centre depot in Newport, to form a fully compliant and working installation. It is anticipated that the EPC contract will be awarded in 2026, and the design and construction will be undertaken in 2026/7. The Contractor will be responsible for the supply, installation, and maintenance of a solar photovoltaic and battery system (the 'Works') up to 1.1MWp in gross PV capacity with a 2MWh DC battery energy storage system (BESS) on the land shown in Appendix 19.3 of the Specification, and located at grid reference ST306857. ITT Reference: ITT_126083 Please note that a pre market engagement notice was previously published in relation to this tender. MAR594663

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cfc2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068661-2026
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

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

09332000 - Solar installation

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,700,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Aug 2026 - 2 Apr 2029 2-3 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
CYSON CYMRU
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8UG
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
TLL21 Monmouthshire and Newport

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

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