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Supply and Installation of Solar PV Installations on 5 x NAC properties

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council recently completed the procurement process for the "Supply and Installation of Solar PV Installations" on five of its properties, located in various areas including Lamlash, Kilwinning, Saltcoats, and Irvine. This procurement falls under the works category, specifically focusing on renewable energy, with the industry classification related to energy efficient contracting. The process followed an open procedure under the Scotland Excel Framework for Energy Efficient Contractors. The procurement saw its contract awarded on 18th July 2025, with the entire project, including a 12 months maintenance period, expected to last approximately three months. The procuring authority, North Ayrshire Council, highlights the need for high-standard implementations, further showcased through a robust selection process involving the active participation of local and international bidders.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in renewable energy systems and sustainable building technologies. The awarded contract, valued at £201,038.93, was secured by MP Group UK Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Glasgow, illustrating the tender's suitability for SMEs capable of fulfilling energy-efficient projects. Businesses with expertise in solar PV systems, project management, and remote monitoring technologies stand to benefit from such opportunities, positioning themselves as pivotal players in the growing market for renewable energy solutions. The successful completion of this project is likely to enhance the portfolio of companies involved, setting a precedent for future procurements within this sector.

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Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Solar PV Installations on 5 x NAC properties

Notice Description

NAC require a suitably qualified contractor to supply and install solar PV installations on the following properties: Arran Outdoor Education Centre, Lamlash, KA27 8LB Abbey croft Children's House, Pennyburn Road, Kilwinning, KA13 6LF Achnamara Children's Unit, Nelson Road, Saltcoats, KA12 5RF Canmore House, Redstone Avenue, Kilwinning, KA13 7JQ The Meadows Children's House, James Crescent, Irvine, KA12 0UL The requirement will include the supply, install and remote monitoring of solar PV panels.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NAC require a suitably qualified contractor to supply and install solar PV installations on the 5 NAC properties. The requirement will include the supply, install and remote monitoring of solar PV panels. It is anticipated that the contract will take approximately 3 months for completion, with 12 months maintenance included. The defects period will be 52 weeks. The terms and conditions of this contract will be the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Short Contract (June 2017, amended January 2019 and October 2020).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804831
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535012
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

09332000 - Solar installation

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£201,038 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Fiona Wilson
Contact Email
fionawilson@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1294310000

Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MP GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535012
    Supply and Installation of Solar PV Installations on 5 x NAC properties - NAC require a suitably qualified contractor to supply and install solar PV installations on the following properties: Arran Outdoor Education Centre, Lamlash, KA27 8LB Abbey croft Children's House, Pennyburn Road, Kilwinning, KA13 6LF Achnamara Children's Unit, Nelson Road, Saltcoats, KA12 5RF Canmore House, Redstone Avenue, Kilwinning, KA13 7JQ The Meadows Children's House, James Crescent, Irvine, KA12 0UL The requirement will include the supply, install and remote monitoring of solar PV panels.

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