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title: "SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE_Thunderer Workshop PV & Ship Halls PV"
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# SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE_Thunderer Workshop PV & Ship Halls PV

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2baf6905-f115-47d2-9982-c87dc6b21fca

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is planning to undertake a procurement process for the design and installation of photovoltaic systems at the Portsmouth Naval Base. This initiative, titled "SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE_Thunderer Workshop PV & Ship Halls PV," falls under the industry category of solar photovoltaic modules, identified by CPV code 09331200. The procurement is currently in the planning stage with a future opportunity notice published on 19 March 2026. The deadline for expressions of interest is 16 April. Scheduled to begin in August 2026 and end in August 2027, this project focuses on specific structural requirements and invites suitable contractors to express interest within the South East region of England.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in photovoltaic systems, particularly those with experience installing lightweight solar solutions and non-penetrating mounting systems to protect insulated roofing. The project value is estimated at £1,000,000. Contractors that meet initial criteria may join the KBS Maritime Framework and participate in a final competition. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to engage in this tender, which promises the chance to contribute to a high-profile project at a key military facility, thereby enhancing business reputation and expertise in specialised solar installations.

## Notice

We are seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the design and installation of photovoltaic (PV) systems on numerous buildings on Portsmouth Naval base. Our buildings present a range of structural requirements. Light weight solar installations are required for some key buildings due to weight limits of

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/641abff3-67d4-4465-a751-824054c34bdb |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 1 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 3LS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 10:08 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/641abff3-67d4-4465-a751-824054c34bdb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/641abff3-67d4-4465-a751-824054c34bdb
  19th March 2026 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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