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03 Aug 2026 at 06:59

Summary of the contracting process

South Derbyshire District Council is inviting tenders for the V4SDDC065 - Solar Energy Generation Project, aimed at designing, supplying, installing, and commissioning solar photovoltaic systems at two sites in Swadlincote and Rosliston, UK. This active tender process, associated with the works industry category, is being conducted via an open procurement method. The tender, which seeks to contribute to carbon reduction and sustainability objectives, has a gross value of GBP 111,000 with a submission deadline of 28th August 2026. Interested parties can submit their inquiries electronically until 14th August 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 5th October 2026 and conclude by 6th November 2026.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in solar energy and renewable technologies, particularly those with experience in solar panel roof-covering work. The project offers a platform for companies to showcase their innovations in renewable energy infrastructure and monitoring systems while contributing to long-term energy savings and environmental benefits. Firms capable of delivering high-quality solar solutions that align with the Council’s objectives, and that can effectively manage an open competition process, are well-suited to compete in this contracting opportunity. The emphasis on quality (60%) over price (40%) in award criteria indicates a preference for excellence in execution, making it attractive for businesses committed to delivering top-tier renewable energy services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

V4SDDC065 - Solar Energy Generation Project

Notice Description

South Derbyshire District Council is seeking a suitably qualified contractor to design, supply, install and commission solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across two Council-owned sites in Swadlincote and Rosliston. The project will support the Council's carbon reduction and sustainability objectives through the delivery of renewable energy generation infrastructure, associated electrical works, monitoring systems and battery-ready capability, providing long-term energy savings and environmental benefits for the authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d97a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072968-2026
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

09330000 - Solar energy

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£92,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£92,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Oct 2026 - 6 Nov 2026 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
SOUTH DERBYSHIRE 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
SWADLINCOTE
Postcode
DE11 0AH
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Derbyshire
Electoral Ward
Swadlincote
Westminster Constituency
South Derbyshire

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