--- title: "Project Development Services for a Solar Farm at Grazeley Bloomfield Hatch" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-38484a41-8dec-4b57-8d7c-a99e65a0fb66" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-38484a41-8dec-4b57-8d7c-a99e65a0fb66" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-38484a41-8dec-4b57-8d7c-a99e65a0fb66.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-38484a41-8dec-4b57-8d7c-a99e65a0fb66.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST BERKSHIRE" published: "2021-06-03" --- # Project Development Services for a Solar Farm at Grazeley Bloomfield Hatch Buyer: WEST BERKSHIRE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38484a41-8dec-4b57-8d7c-a99e65a0fb66 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-38484a41-8dec-4b57-8d7c-a99e65a0fb66) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-38484a41-8dec-4b57-8d7c-a99e65a0fb66.json) ## Summary The public procurement process involves West Berkshire District Council seeking a co-developer for the "Project Development Services for a Solar Farm at Grazeley Bloomfield Hatch". This initiative falls under the services category, specifically focusing on project management consultancy related to solar energy. The project is located at Bloomfield Hatch Farm, Grazeley RG7 3AD, and the tender period is set to close on 16th July 2021. The total contract value is £450,000, and the expected contract duration is from 30th August 2021 to 30th September 2024. This open procurement method offers opportunities for service providers in consultancy, project management, and environmental services to participate in the development of a 16MWp solar farm on Council-owned land. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in solar energy consultancy, project management, and construction services. Ideal candidates would include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and specialised consultants experienced in solar energy projects, environmental engineering, and supply chain procurement management. Collaborating with West Berkshire District Council allows firms to contribute to sustainable development while expanding their portfolio in renewable energy projects. ## Notice The Council requires consultancy services (or co-developer) to assist the Council with the development, design, project management and supervision of the delivery of a potential solar farm in Grazeley. The proposed site at Bloomfield HatchFarm, Grazeley RG7 3AD, consists of 3 fields spread over 74 acres of Council owned arable farmland. The completed scheme will deliver a 16MWp solar farm providing an average of 15,000MW pa over proscribed predicted 30 year life span of the project. The expected outcome of the project is for the co-developer to see through management of the project until completion including procurement of the installers. West Berkshire District Council wish to construct and invest in a 16MWp solar farm located on c74 acres of the Council's land. The Council requires a Developer to provide all of the professional services required for the delivery of the Project and to enter into an agreement with the Council which has the following primary objectives; o The appointment of a professional solar farm Developer who will work with and bolster the Council's own internal procurement and project teams. o De-risking of the project development and construction phases for the Council by sharing the risk and reward with the appointed Developer. o The use of the Developer to obtain all the necessary planning and utility consents to enable the Project to be built. o Following the receipt of the necessary consents, the use of the Developer to support procurement of suitable construction Contractors. o The use of the Developer to provide project management services throughout the construction and commissioning phase. Additional information: Bidders should use the following link to apply for this contract. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westberks/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17b5ccf1-a4ac-40ab-8c71-3d7f0ec15a40 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 16 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Aug 2021 - 30 Sep 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £450,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WEST BERKSHIRE | | Locality | NEWBURY | | Post town | Reading | | Postcode | RG14 5LD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West | | Local authority | West Berkshire | | Electoral ward | Newbury Central | | Westminster constituency | Newbury | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 09330000 - Solar energy - 09331000 - Solar panels - 09332000 - Solar installation - 71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services - 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services - 72224000 - Project management consultancy services - 73220000 - Development consultancy services - 79415200 - Design consultancy services - 79418000 - Procurement consultancy services ## Release History - 3 Jun 2021 at 10:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17b5ccf1-a4ac-40ab-8c71-3d7f0ec15a40 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17b5ccf1-a4ac-40ab-8c71-3d7f0ec15a40 3rd June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westberks/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westberks/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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