Planning

Request for Information (RFI) - Smart Solar and Storage Project

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

08 Oct 2018 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council is initiating a Request for Information (RFI) for the "Smart Solar and Storage Project", aimed at exploring capabilities related to the installation of a pilot programme involving solar photovoltaic systems and battery storage across approximately 500 homes. This procurement falls under the "services" category with a focus on general public services, and is currently at the planning stage, with important deadlines including a future notice date set for 14 January 2019. The council is located at Woodhill House, Westburn Road, Aberdeen, and potential bidders are encouraged to submit their expressions of interest and relevant information.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in renewable energy, solar technology, and energy management systems. Companies that can provide innovative solutions or contribute to the integration of solar and storage solutions would be particularly well-suited to engage in this project. Participants may also include installation partners or equipment suppliers who can demonstrate their capabilities and their readiness to enter a commercial agreement with grid service aggregators, potentially enhancing their market presence and revenue streams through this collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Information (RFI) - Smart Solar and Storage Project

Notice Description

The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to bring this opportunity to the attention of the market and invite the submission of expressions of interest and information on current or planned capabilities relating to this project. Information provided will not be used to form judgements regarding supplier performance, capacity or capability under any future procurement process.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberdeenshire Council is planning the procurement of a pilot programme, at approximately 500 homes owned by the Council, for the installation of a 'Smart Solar and Storage' package including roof-mounted solar PV, battery storage and smart energy management. Complementing this will be the requirement to enter into a commercial agreement with a grid services aggregator which will provide agreed grid services utilising the above assets and provide a stream of revenue payments to the Council related to such services. - By issuing this Request for Information (RFI), the Council does not make any commitment to procure any of the stated services All information provided as part of this RFI will be used for analysis and research purposes only. IMPORTANT: Receipt of this RFI should not be construed as authorisation to incur any costs should you choose to respond to this request. Nothing in this document either constitutes or indicates a contract or representation with, or by Aberdeenshire Council. 2. Purpose The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to bring this opportunity to the attention of the market and invite the submission of expressions of interest and information on current or planned capabilities relating to this project. Information provided will not be used to form judgements regarding supplier performance, capacity or capability under any future procurement process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000560280
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT333922
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
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

CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Jan 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
kingsley.ibizugbe@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467530600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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