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title: "SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF A WIND TURBINE AT MIDDLEFIELDS"
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buyer: "SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL"
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# SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF A WIND TURBINE AT MIDDLEFIELDS

Buyer: SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-65162562-efe3-4156-8dc7-553afaf707d3

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## Summary

South Tyneside Council is conducting an open tender for the supply and installation of a 900kW wind turbine at its Middlefields site, valued at £1,500,000. The tender period closed on 27 April 2018, and the contract, awarded to Absolute Solar and Wind Ltd, commenced on 1 September 2018 and is set to run until 31 August 2021. This procurement falls under the works category, specifically classified as wind turbines, and was initiated to enhance the Council's renewable energy capabilities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in wind turbine installation, maintenance, and related engineering services. Companies that have experience with similar projects and possess the necessary certifications and resources would be particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders. Engaging in this project not only supports the local economy but also allows businesses to contribute to sustainable energy solutions in the North East of England.

## Notice

Award of contract to install a 900kW wind turbine at the Council's Middlefields site. This shall employ an Export Limit System (ELS), private wire and dump load to limit export to within the existing 80kW G59 agreement. Contractor will carry out on the required on site assessments, planning application and wind turbine supply, installation and maintenance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29f2c73b-4c7a-4a93-a7ab-0a2cd801b772 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,400,000 |
| 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 | SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE33 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | South Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Beacon and Bents |
| Westminster constituency | South Shields |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ABSOLUTE SOLAR AND WIND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31121320 - Wind turbines

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2018 at 08:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29f2c73b-4c7a-4a93-a7ab-0a2cd801b772
- 29 Mar 2018 at 15:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2818a6b1-eb63-45e8-8102-3736202fecfe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29f2c73b-4c7a-4a93-a7ab-0a2cd801b772
  5th September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2818a6b1-eb63-45e8-8102-3736202fecfe
  29th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com

## Provenance

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