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title: "Greater Thames Estuary_solar piston pumps"
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# Greater Thames Estuary_solar piston pumps

Buyer: ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-79b2ad36-c811-4da4-ab5d-1b9dc8c81c73

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## Summary

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds is inviting tenders for the supply and installation of 29 solar-powered pumps, including both freshwater and saline adaptations, under an open procurement method. The tender, titled "Greater Thames Estuary_solar piston pumps", is classified under the solar energy category (CPV code: 09330000) and pumps category (CPV code: 42122000). The tender period will end on 28th February 2022, with the contract period commencing on 11th April 2022 and concluding on 1st February 2023. The installation is to be carried out in the South East region of the United Kingdom, facilitating adequate functionality at each designated pumping location.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in renewable energy products and services, particularly those focused on solar technology and water management solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the specifications are suited for a range of providers capable of meeting the technical requirements for the supply and installation of solar-powered pumping systems. Businesses with experience in similar installations could find this a lucrative opportunity given the growing emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly solutions.

## Notice

We require the supply and installation of 29 solar powered pumps, 5 of which are adapted for saline systems. The successful supplier will supply equipment/materials to which the following points will apply: Each freshwater pump-set will comprise: - 1 no. T400d solar powered piston pump: - Yield range is 350m3 - 450m3 per day (subject to sunlight conditions). - Lift/head range is 1.2m - 2.0m. - 4 no. solar panels and associated galvanised frames. - 1 no. 10m x 125mm PE outlet pipe. Each saline pump-set will comprise: - 1 no. T400d solar powered piston pump with saltwater conversion: - Yield range is 350m3 - 450m3 per day (subject to sunlight conditions). - Lift/head range is 1.2m - 2.0m. - 4 no. solar panels and associated galvanised frames. - 1 no. 10m x 125mm PE outlet pipe. The Contractor is required to fully install the pump, panels and pipework so each pump is in working condition at each pumping location

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6a6b5f6-6a3a-4264-9013-8ebaabed7af4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Apr 2022 - 1 Feb 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS |
| Locality | SANDY |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG19 2DL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandy |
| Westminster constituency | North Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 09330000 - Solar energy
- 42122000 - Pumps

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2022 at 12:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6a6b5f6-6a3a-4264-9013-8ebaabed7af4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6a6b5f6-6a3a-4264-9013-8ebaabed7af4
  9th February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/346388e1-ff08-4b83-8b53-7a3efc7133ae
  Invitation to Tender

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