Design and Installation of Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems at Various Educational Establishments

BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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23 Jul 2026 at 15:44

Summary of the contracting process

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is overseeing the procurement process for the "Design and Installation of Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems at Various Educational Establishments" within the County Borough of Blaenau Gwent, UK. The tender, currently at the active stage, involves the installation of solar photovoltaic and battery storage systems at several primary schools, divided into two Lots: one covering Glanhowy and Sofrydd Primary Schools, and the other for Ystruth and St Mary’s CIW Primary Schools. The process utilises an open competition method, and interested contractors must submit separate technical and commercial proposals for each Lot by 24th August 2026. The procurement falls under the "works" category with a gross estimated value of GBP 240,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in solar photovoltaic systems and energy storage solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have experience in system design, structural assessments, equipment supply, installation, and maintenance of solar and battery systems would be ideal candidates. By securing a contract in either or both Lots, businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish a presence in the education sector, which is increasingly prioritising sustainability initiatives. The procurement terms also favour businesses that excel in technical quality and cost competitiveness, offering a robust opportunity for growth and market expansion.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Design and Installation of Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems at Various Educational Establishments

Notice Description

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced contractor(s) to undertake the design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of photovoltaic (PV) solar generation and battery energy storage systems at Council-owned schools within the County Borough. The works include surveys, system design, structural assessments, DNO applications, equipment supply, installation, commissioning, monitoring systems, training, maintenance and associated electrical works. This procurement has been divided into the following Lots: Lot 1 - Glanhowy Primary School and Sofrydd Primary School Provision of photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems at: Glanhowy Primary School Sofrydd Primary School Lot 2 - Ystruth Primary School and St Mary's CIW Primary School Provision of photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems at: Ystruth Primary School St Mary's CIW Primary School Tenderers may submit a tender for one Lot or both Lots. A separate technical and commercial submission is required for each Lot bid. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to award one Lot, both Lots or neither Lot. A maximum of one contractor will be appointed to each Lot, although the same contractor may be awarded both Lots where deemed to have submitted the Most Advantageous Tender.

Lot Information

Glanhowy Primary School & Sofrydd Primary School

Design & installation of Photovoltaic & Battery Storage systems at Glanhowy and Sofrydd Primary Schools.

Ystruth Primary School and St Marys CIW Primary School

Design & installation of Photovoltaic & Battery Storage systems at Ystruth and St Marys CIW Primary Schools.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d27b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069937-2026
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
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

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

31422000 - Battery packs

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

71323100 - Electrical power systems design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Sep 2026 - 22 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
BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EBBW VALE
Postcode
NP23 6DN
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
TLL16 Gwent Valleys

Local Authority
Blaenau Gwent
Electoral Ward
Ebbw Vale South
Westminster Constituency
Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney

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