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06 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde is currently in the Tender stage for a contract titled "Provision of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Maintenance & Associated Services (2026-30)." This procurement process falls under the Education industry category and is located in Glasgow, UK (Region: UKM82). This selective procurement follows a restricted procedure, allowing electronic submissions. The tender will conclude on 23rd March 2026. It deals with providing inspection, maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair services for solar PV systems at the University of Strathclyde, aiming to ensure regular maintenance and compliance with warranties and regulations.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in solar PV systems, particularly those with experience in commercial PV installations and compliance with insurance and regulatory standards. With a contract value of £100,000 and a duration of 24 months, extendable for an additional two 12-month periods, it presents an attractive proposition for medium to large enterprises. Businesses well-suited for this contract should have demonstrable capabilities in servicing PV systems, performing inspections, and ensuring system compliance and performance. Additionally, firms need to meet criteria related to technical capability and financial criteria, including minimum turnover and insurance requirements, making this an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to strengthen their portfolio in sustainable energy services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Maintenance & Associated Services (2026-30)

Notice Description

The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a Contract for the Provision of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Maintenance & Associated Services (2026-30) (UOS-39265-2025).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a contract to support the delivery of activities outlined below. This Contract will include, however, will not be limited to: - Provide inspection, maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair services for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems owned and operated by the University at the John Anderson Campus: - Implement a structured maintenance program - allocate resources for ongoing inspections, servicing, and repairs: - Maintain compliance with warranties, insurance requirements, and regulatory standards: - Monitor performance metrics to ensure expected energy yields; and - Must have demonstrable experience in servicing commercial PV installations, including safe DC isolation procedures, system performance evaluation, thermal imaging and the identification of common degradation and failure modes. The Contract will be awarded on a sole supply basis, and its remit largely relates to Services.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 8 and 9 of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016.

Options: In line with 72 - Modification of Contracts During their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases.

Renewal: The contract duration is 24-months, with the option to extend for up to an additional two 12-month periods. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to utilise the extension periods at its discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825542
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551096
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

09330000 - Solar energy

09331000 - Solar panels

09331100 - Solar collectors for heat production

09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

31712347 - Power or solar diodes

38126200 - Solar radiation surface observing apparatus

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
it is envisaged that when this Contract comes to an end that the Contracting Authority will tender this requirement again - a Contract Notice is expected to be published in c. March 2030.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Strathclyde
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XU
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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