---
title: "AWE Burghfield Solar Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03b427"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03b427.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "AWE PLC"
published: "2023-03-20"
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# AWE Burghfield Solar Project

Buyer: AWE PLC  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03b427

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## Summary

The AWE plc is planning a tender for the AWE Burghfield Solar Project, focusing on sourcing a secure direct wire Power Purchase Agreement for a solar generation asset valued at £30 million. The procurement is in the goods category under the Solar energy classification. Interested parties have until Monday 3rd April 2023 to express interest. The location for delivery is AWE Burghfield in Reading, UK. The intended minimum solar generation asset size is 10MWp+ with an estimated 25-year contract duration.

This procurement process by AWE plc presents an opportunity for businesses involved in solar energy projects and electricity generation. Companies specializing in solar technology and energy services would be well-suited to compete. The tender allows for market engagement, emphasizing the importance of securing a Power Purchase Agreement for the solar generation asset. The communication mentions a future notice date of 15th May 2023, signaling a timeline for potential further developments in the procurement process.

## Notice

** This notice is for market engagement only and is not a call for competition ** AWE proposes to source a secure direct wire Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a solar generation asset. The intended minimum solar generation asset size is 10MWp+

### Lot Information

Lot 1

** This notice is for market engagement only and is not a call for competition ** AWE proposes to source a secure direct wire Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a solar generation asset. The intended minimum solar generation asset size is 10MWp+ The intention is to award the PPA for an estimated 25 year period with no optional extensions and anticipated total spend of PS30m, subject to contract duration. Interested parties are invited to complete the "Expression of Interest Document" attached to the Contracts Finder notice (link below) and return to AWEProcurement@awe.co.uk by Monday 3rd April 2023. Contracts Finder notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/487bb77a-30e0-4aad-8830-2195eab5cb67 This competition is subject to PCR regulations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007944-2023 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 May 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | AWE PLC |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG30 3RR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | West Berkshire |
| Electoral ward | Burghfield & Mortimer |
| Westminster constituency | Reading West and Mid Berkshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy
- 09310000 - Electricity
- 09330000 - Solar energy

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2023 at 09:42 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007944-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.awe.co.uk
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/487bb77a-30e0-4aad-8830-2195eab5cb67

## Provenance

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