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title: "Thunderer Workshop PV & Ship Halls PV"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "KBS MARITIME LTD"
published: "2026-03-17"
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# Thunderer Workshop PV & Ship Halls PV

Buyer: KBS MARITIME LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aae895d4-cf8d-4c75-82ac-8e2a03517c69

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## Summary

KBS Maritime Ltd is actively inviting expressions of interest from qualified contractors for the design and installation of photovoltaic systems at Portsmouth Naval Base. The procurement process, currently at the tender stage, involves works under the industry category of solar photovoltaic modules (CPV: 09331200), with additional classification for photovoltaic cells (CPV: 31712331). This selective procurement follows a restricted procedure, requiring contractors to demonstrate a proven capability to meet unique structural requirements of this marine environment. The tender period ends on 16th April 2026, with the contract period commencing on 17th April 2026 and concluding on 18th April 2026. Interested businesses should consider the tender's significant value, set at £1,000,000 GBP, as an opportunity to collaborate in energy efficiency within regions such as the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the United Kingdom. This project presents a strategic opportunity for contractors specialising in the installation of lightweight and specialized solar PV systems on various types of roofs, including insulated and heritage structure installations.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for SMEs specialising in renewable energy solutions to secure business growth through collaboration with a leading maritime entity, KBS Maritime Ltd. The project aligns well with companies proficient in working with structural constraints of naval architecture and offers potential leverage for technological advancements in solar energy deployment in challenging environments. The selective procurement method ensures quality engagement, ensuring contractors with demonstrable expertise in lightweight solar installations and non-penetrating mounting systems are encouraged to participate. Suppliers joining the KBS Maritime Framework could extend their reach beyond the UK and establish a foothold in international markets, leveraging their capabilities in delivering optimal performance PV solutions for diverse and sensitive building types.

## Notice

We are seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the design and installation of photovoltaic (PV) systems on numerous buildings on Portsmouth Naval base. Our buildings present a range of structural requirements. Light weight solar installations are required for some key buildings due to weight limits of

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff0d1c8a-dab3-44a3-8e82-60a5b4e0ffaf |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | KBS MARITIME LTD |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 3LS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules
- 31712331 - Photovoltaic cells

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 11:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff0d1c8a-dab3-44a3-8e82-60a5b4e0ffaf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff0d1c8a-dab3-44a3-8e82-60a5b4e0ffaf
  17th March 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=103823&B=KBS
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/153032
  User / Company

## Provenance

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