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title: "Battery Energy Storage - Knook Camp"
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# Battery Energy Storage - Knook Camp

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2197082-647c-481e-a0f3-070eb2927e81

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking bids for the "Battery Energy Storage - Knook Camp" project, set within the South West region of the United Kingdom. This procurement process aims to design, deliver, and install a Battery Energy Storage system complemented by ancillary infrastructure to optimise Solar PV energy contributions at the UK Defence Training Estate. The tender, published on 1st April 2026, is currently at the tender stage, with the procurement method described as a restricted procedure above threshold. Interested parties should note the tender period ends on 17th April 2026. This contract, valued at £1,500,000, is classified under "Mechanical and electrical engineering services" and spans from June 2026 to March 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mechanical and electrical engineering, especially those focused on energy solutions. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate and can leverage their expertise in sustainable energy solutions to contribute to the Ministry of Defence's Net Zero targets. Businesses with capabilities in designing and deploying energy storage solutions and infrastructure, particularly those that can integrate existing renewable energy sources like Solar PV, will find this project aligns well with their offerings. The contract promises a chance for substantial growth and visibility within the energy sector, supplying vital energy resilience to the Defence Estate.

## Notice

The project is to design, deliver and install a Battery Energy Storage and all supporting infrastructure at Knook Camp on the UK Defence Training Estate (UK DTE). The battery energy storage must be designed and installed to exploit the contribution of existing on-site Solar PV energy on site, and maximise return of investment during the first 3 years. The objective is to reduce the reliance of energy supply from the National Grid, whilst providing energy resilience and contributing to the MOD's Net Zero target and the project must be delivered in '26/'27 financial year, within budget.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a537841-03b2-4d46-b287-cf9d16bb0a43 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | TILSHEAD |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP3 4RS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Till Valley |
| Westminster constituency | East Wiltshire |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2026 at 17:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a537841-03b2-4d46-b287-cf9d16bb0a43

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a537841-03b2-4d46-b287-cf9d16bb0a43
  1st April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://contracts.mod.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60945
  Link to Opportunity Listing

## Notice URLs

- http://www.landmarcsolutions.com

## Provenance

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