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The Design & Installation of Photovoltaic & Battery Storage Systems at Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg & Riv

BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

09 Sep 2025 at 14:59

S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

02 Jul 2025 at 12:58

S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for the design and installation of photovoltaic and battery storage systems at Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg and the River Centre Secondary School, located in Ebbw Vale, Wales. This project, focusing on solar energy and installation works, completed the tender stage on 7th July 2025 and the contract was awarded to Efs Systems (UK) Ltd, with the agreement signed on 22nd August 2025. The procurement followed an open method, indicating transparency and broad accessibility for potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies involved in renewable energy, particularly those specialising in solar installation and sustainable energy solutions. Businesses equipped with expertise in solar energy systems stand to benefit from participating in such tenders, which promote environmental sustainability and community benefits. The involvement of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could drive innovation and growth through local supply chain initiatives, training programs, and workforce development. Additionally, the project encourages contributions to community objectives, ensuring that suppliers not only expand their business reach but also contribute positively to social and economic welfare in the Blaenau Gwent area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Design & Installation of Photovoltaic & Battery Storage Systems at Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg & Riv

Notice Description

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is seeking to set up a contractual agreement for the design and installation of Photovoltaic and battery storage systems on the following buildings within the Blaenau Gwent area.Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg & River Centre Secondary School

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-152944
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=152944
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

09330000 - Solar energy

09331000 - Solar panels

09331100 - Solar collectors for heat production

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

09332000 - Solar installation

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

65400000 - Other sources of energy supplies and distribution

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20252 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Corporate Procurement Services, Sallyann Jones
Contact Email
corporate.procurement2@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1495311556

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Blaenau Gwent
Electoral Ward
Ebbw Vale South
Westminster Constituency
Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EFS SYSTEMS (UK

Further Information

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