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title: "Suffolk Solar Together Collective Purchasing Scheme"
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# Suffolk Solar Together Collective Purchasing Scheme

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9204c550-7a3e-4319-a867-954316dea8e4

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## Summary

The Suffolk Solar Together Collective Purchasing Scheme, led by Suffolk County Council on behalf of The Suffolk Climate Change Partnership, has reached the awarding stage. The tender was awarded to iChoosr Limited for the procurement of Solar PV installation and Battery Storage services within Suffolk, East of England. This direct procurement method, a single tender action below threshold, concluded with a tender period ending on 1 July 2025. Suffolk residents can benefit from the scheme from 31 July 2025 to 30 July 2029. The total contract value is £120,000, covering upfront administration costs for the potential four-year term, including optional extensions.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in solar energy and energy management services, with a contract classification under CPV codes 09330000 and 71314200. It particularly appeals to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing competitive rates for large-scale projects via collective purchasing. iChoosr Limited, a SME supplier, demonstrates a successful case of business growth through participation in public sector opportunities. Businesses in the renewable energy sector are well-suited to compete for similar government-driven initiatives that aim to leverage technology for climate change mitigation.

## Notice

Suffolk County Council on behalf of The Suffolk Climate Change Partnership have awarded a contract to iChoosr Limited to run a collective purchasing scheme for Solar PV installation within Suffolk. The scheme allows Suffolk residents to access the supply and installation of Solar PV and Battery Storage at competitive rates via collective purchasing.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36986130-9db5-4298-b087-1b8a0ab35c75 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2025 - 30 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,000 |
| 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 | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 09330000 - Solar energy
- 71314200 - Energy-management services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2025 at 15:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36986130-9db5-4298-b087-1b8a0ab35c75

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36986130-9db5-4298-b087-1b8a0ab35c75
  20th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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