--- title: "Solar Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-321064f7-9920-455f-ba20-944da2c28000" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-321064f7-9920-455f-ba20-944da2c28000" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-321064f7-9920-455f-ba20-944da2c28000.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-321064f7-9920-455f-ba20-944da2c28000.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CORNWALL COUNCIL" published: "2021-01-14" --- # Solar Framework Buyer: CORNWALL COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-321064f7-9920-455f-ba20-944da2c28000 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-321064f7-9920-455f-ba20-944da2c28000) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-321064f7-9920-455f-ba20-944da2c28000.json) ## Summary The contract titled "Solar Framework" was initiated by Cornwall Council and pertains to the supply and installation of solar panels across five distinct lots, along with an additional lot dedicated to post-installation checks. This procurement is classified under the services industry category with an estimated value of £40 million, supported by £6 million in allocated funding for renewable energy projects. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 1 October 2020. The contract period is set to run from 2 November 2020 until 1 November 2024, with delivery obligations primarily in the South West region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the renewable energy sector, particularly for those specialising in the installation of solar photovoltaic systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are notably encouraged to participate, making this a prime opportunity for firms with expertise in domestic and commercial solar installations. Companies that can respond effectively to the requirements across multiple lots will find this a valuable avenue for business growth. ## Notice Framework for the supply and installation of solar panels across 5 lots with an additional lot for a consultant to carry out post installation checks. Panels to be installed in line with the IET Code of Practice for Grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems. The Council currently has an allocated PS6m of funding to invest in renewal energy, including Solar Panels. The estimated value includes this money, as well as allowances for future funding to be made available over the life of the Framework and for usage by other public sector bodies listed within the Tender pack who may or may not access the Framework. The framework consists of the following lots: 1. Domestic Rooftop (minimum 10 homes) 2. Commercial Rooftop up to 50kW 3. Commercial Rooftop more than 50kW 4. Commercial Ground Mounted 5. Commercial Solar Carport 6. Post-Installation Quality Assessment Contractors may bid for and be appointed to any number and combination of Lots 1-5, however Lot 6 is exclusive. Bidders tendering for that Lot may not tender for any other. The tender documents can be accessed here: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=7a4b1b92-755c-ea11-80ff-005056b64545 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c55adc4-ddd9-458c-9008-f75ec72a6edb | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jan 2021 | | Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 12 Dec 2020 | | Contract period | 13 Dec 2020 - 12 Dec 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £40,000,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CORNWALL COUNCIL | | Locality | TRURO | | Post town | Truro | | Postcode | TR1 3AY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | Local authority | Cornwall | | Electoral ward | Truro Boscawen & Redannick | | Westminster constituency | Truro and Falmouth | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 4 | | Supplier names | CLEANEARTH ENERGY; NATURAL GENERATION; SUNGIFT SOLAR; ZLC ENERGY | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy ### Codes - 09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules ## Release History - 14 Jan 2021 at 10:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c55adc4-ddd9-458c-9008-f75ec72a6edb - 4 Sep 2020 at 08:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/178ca171-a198-4636-8886-11662e7575da - 3 Sep 2020 at 12:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7e1ab5a-51bb-4f35-9079-1629a32c362f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c55adc4-ddd9-458c-9008-f75ec72a6edb 14th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/178ca171-a198-4636-8886-11662e7575da 4th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7e1ab5a-51bb-4f35-9079-1629a32c362f 3rd September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.cornwall.gov.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=7a4b1b92-755c-ea11-80ff-005056b64545 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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