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title: "PS25267 - Research for UK Solar Supply Chain Webtool"
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# PS25267 - Research for UK Solar Supply Chain Webtool

Buyer: DESNZ  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6277ecfa-8ba0-4b37-9195-95f4ebe9e47b

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## Summary

DESNZ has completed a procurement process titled "PS25267 - Research for UK Solar Supply Chain Webtool," classified under Research services. This award notice follows a competitive procurement process concluded via the CCS RM6126 - Research & Insights DPS. The project covers various regions, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World. The procurement was conducted selectively as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period began on 15th January 2026 and will end on 27th February 2026, with a project value of £28,613 GBP. The buyer, DESNZ, is located at Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, England.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs, as evidenced by the award to Optimat Limited, an SME and supplier located at 100 West George Street, Glasgow. Businesses specialising in research services, particularly those focused on the solar supply chain, would find this tender highly relevant. By participating in such procurement processes, similar enterprises can potentially expand their reach across diverse geographical markets, enhancing their business growth and expertise within the renewable energy sector.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive procurement exercise. DESNZ had a requirement for the provision of Research for UK Solar Supply Chain Webtool via CCS RM6126 - Research & Insights DPS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c4fdb16-0ceb-43a1-bc8b-e2e2aa005670 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Jan 2026 - 27 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,613 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,613 |
| 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 | DESNZ |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPTIMAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2026 at 08:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c4fdb16-0ceb-43a1-bc8b-e2e2aa005670

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c4fdb16-0ceb-43a1-bc8b-e2e2aa005670
  16th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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