--- title: "Supply Chain Notice: WC1043344 - Provision of Solar PV Array, Dhekelia" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5094c1ee-3a4c-4bfc-8141-4aed566f6b5d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5094c1ee-3a4c-4bfc-8141-4aed566f6b5d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5094c1ee-3a4c-4bfc-8141-4aed566f6b5d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5094c1ee-3a4c-4bfc-8141-4aed566f6b5d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2024-12-11" --- # Supply Chain Notice: WC1043344 - Provision of Solar PV Array, Dhekelia Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5094c1ee-3a4c-4bfc-8141-4aed566f6b5d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5094c1ee-3a4c-4bfc-8141-4aed566f6b5d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5094c1ee-3a4c-4bfc-8141-4aed566f6b5d.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is initiating a tender process for the "Supply Chain Notice: WC1043344 - Provision of Solar PV Array, Dhekelia" project. The procurement, categorised under Solar photovoltaic modules (CPV code 09331200), is situated in Dhekelia, Cyprus, within the Sovereign Base Areas Administration (SBAA). This procurement is currently at the tender stage, and key dates include the expression of interest on 23rd December 2024, return of interest by 14th January 2025, the invitation to tender on 15th January 2025, tender returns by 12th February 2025, contract award on 17th March 2025, commencement of work on 18th March 2025, and completion by 14th November 2025. The project entails the installation of an 875kW photovoltaic park with additional infrastructure provisions for future expansions, operating in Euros (€). This tender presents compelling opportunities for businesses in the renewable energy sector, particularly those involved with PV systems and related infrastructure. SMEs are specifically highlighted as suitable participants. The contract promises substantial business growth potential due to the project's large scale and technical requirements, including the installation of 1,458 PV panels and associated substation work without interrupting the existing power supply. Companies with expertise in photovoltaic installations, electrical infrastructure, and modular expansions are well-suited to compete, especially if they have relevant experience and can ensure timely project delivery and compliance with specified technical parameters. ## Notice WC1043344 - Provision of Solar PV Array, Dhekelia: The works include a proposed new Photovoltaic PV Park with capacity 875KW to be located in Dhekelia within the SBAA in Cyprus. The PV Park will be connected to the 11kV Network, through the incorporation of a new substation dedicated for the PV park, and the extension of the HV ring cable to facilitate the connection to the new substation, all without the need for any power cuts to the garrison. The distance of the proposed location for the new substation to the existing site HV ring is around 620m. Provisions for the future extension of the PV park have also been taken into consideration by adding two future MV feeders to the new substation. Space has also been allocated at the substation building for the installation of 2 No. transformers and LV panels to allow for the future expansion of the park. Proposed PV System The PV system proposed shall have: - A fixed type of installation with aluminium supporting structures with two PV panels on each frame and a stable inclination angle of 30 degrees from ground. - The PV panels will be of 600Wp capacity each. - The Inverters proposed are of capacity 100kW, 400V, 50Hz. They are proposed to be installed in small weatherproof electrical rooms along the area of the PV panels. The PV System in figures: - 9No INVERTERS X 9No STRINGS X 18No PANELS = 1,458No. PV PANELS - 1,458No PANELS X 0.6KW = 875KW - EACH INVERTER: 18No PV PANELS X 9No STRINGS X 0.6KW = 97.2kW< 100KW - 18No PANELS X 42.25 V = 815 < 1100 V The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of interest: Monday 23/12/2024 - Expression of interest return: Tuesday 14/01/2025 - Invitation to Tender: Wednesday 15/01/2025 - Tender Return Date: Wednesday 12/02/2025 - Contract award: Monday 17/03/2025 - Commencement of work: Tuesday 18/03/2025 - Completion of work: Friday 14/11/2025 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Dhekelia, Cyprus (British Forces). PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENT FOR THE FULL DESCRIPTION Additional information: ATTACHMENTS - Full Description - Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) Any company wishing to participate in this tender should complete the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) which is attached and return it electronically to the above email address by no later than 12:00 EET on 14/01/2025. For companies that have submitted a PQQ within the last 12 months, there is no requirement to re-submit it. They must provide the details of their last PQQ submission to guarantee inclusion on the invitation list. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/595301de-92b9-41dd-9c34-34796c9a9b69 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - Other | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Mar 2025 - 14 Nov 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,800,000 | | 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B37 7ES | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG32 Solihull | | Local authority | Solihull | | Electoral ward | Bickenhill | | Westminster constituency | Meriden and Solihull East | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy ### Codes - 09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules ## Release History - 11 Dec 2024 at 15:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/595301de-92b9-41dd-9c34-34796c9a9b69 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/595301de-92b9-41dd-9c34-34796c9a9b69 11th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c5b5de63-3460-4ea8-b5f8-e32e3891d246 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/be13a5eb-b9c0-4006-a54e-d635538ee33e n/a ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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