---
title: "AWE Burghfield Solar Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03c4e4"
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# AWE Burghfield Solar Project

Buyer: AWE PLC  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03c4e4

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## Summary

The AWE Burghfield Solar Project is currently in the planning stage. AWE Plc is the buying organisation behind this tender in the solar energy industry category. The project aims to source a secure direct wire Power Purchase Agreement for a solar generation asset of at least 10MWp. The procurement process involves market engagement activities to gather interest prior to the final competition phase. Important dates include a deadline for returning the "Expression of Interest Document" by Friday 29th September 2023.

This tender for the AWE Burghfield Solar Project provides opportunities for businesses interested in solar energy projects. Companies specialising in solar energy generation and related services would be well-suited to compete. The planned procurement process allows for engagement with potential suppliers before the final competition phase, presenting a chance for businesses to showcase their capabilities in securing a long-term Power Purchase Agreement. Businesses in the renewable energy sector, particularly those experienced in solar projects, are encouraged to participate and explore growth prospects through this tender.

## 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. AWE will enter the second phase of market engagement by hosting preliminary market consultation meetings with parties who have completed and returned the "Expression of Interest Document". Further expressions of interest may be registered by completing the "Expression of Interest Document" attached to the Contracts Finder notice (link below) and return to AWEProcurement@awe.co.uk by Tuesday 2nd May 2023. Contracts Finder Notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53627778-b055-44a2-9b95-0e5f85de1ef0 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/016116-2023 |
| 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, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jun 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

- 7 Jun 2023 at 11:10 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016116-2023
- 27 Apr 2023 at 17:18 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012205-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.awe.co.uk
- https://www.awe.co.uk
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53627778-b055-44a2-9b95-0e5f85de1ef0

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