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title: "Procurement for the Design, Build, Operation and Maintenance of a Solar PV Plant"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03d068"
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buyer: "BP ABERDEEN HYDROGEN ENERGY LIMITED"
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# Procurement for the Design, Build, Operation and Maintenance of a Solar PV Plant

Buyer: BP ABERDEEN HYDROGEN ENERGY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03d068

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## Summary

The procurement process led by bp Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Limited concerns a significant infrastructure project centred on the design, construction, and management of a Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Plant. This project is linked to the Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub and will be built on the former Ness landfill, situated approximately 2 km south of Aberdeen city centre, near Nigg Bay. The project falls under the 'works' category, specifically construction work for power plants. As of the last update on 13th August 2025, the procurement stage is in the 'contract update' and 'award update' phase, following the completion of an active awarding process. The award was confirmed on 7th July 2025 to Absolute Solar and Wind Ltd, with a contract value of £6,287,300 GBP and a duration of 1440 days.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in renewable energy, particularly those with expertise in large-scale solar installation, electrical power systems design, civil and mechanical construction, and maintenance services. The procurement method used is an open procedure, inviting wide participation, especially suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). With a focus on sustainability and the technical requirements of green energy, businesses in these sectors can leverage this opportunity to expand their operations, enhance their portfolio, and contribute to strategic energy transitions in the UK. Businesses proficient in integrating PV systems with hydrogen production facilities, alongside a capacity for project management and compliance with environmental standards, would be well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities in this emerging and innovative field.

## Notice

bp Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Limited (bpAHEL) is a Joint Venture (JV) between bp and Aberdeen City Council (ACC), secured through a public procurement process. The JV has been created with the purpose of delivering a scalable green hydrogen production, storage and distribution facility (hydrogen refuelling station) in the city. The hydrogen refuelling station will be powered by renewable energy, including a purpose-built Solar PV Plant. The purpose of this notice is to inform potential bidders of the opportunity to submit a tender to design, build, operate and maintain the Solar PV Plant.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub Solar PV Plant will be a ground mounted PV system at the site of the former Ness landfill, which is located 2 km south of Aberdeen city centre, on Coast Road adjacent to Nigg Bay, to the south of Aberdeen Harbour and approximately 4km northeast of Cove Bay. The Contractor should design the solar plant taking into consideration that this is located on a capped landfill site, which still requires safe management by the incumbent waste management contractor via a venting and drainage system. The site will be linked by an underground connection to the hydrogen production plant and vehicle re-fuelling facility. The Works to be undertaken by the Contractor relate to the civil and mechanical construction works of the solar PV plant and all electrical works to (but not including) a metering circuit breaker on site (the Connection Point).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048383-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2023 |
| Future notice date | 12 Jun 2023 |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,287,300 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BP ABERDEEN HYDROGEN ENERGY LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | TURNER & TOWNSEND |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB10 1YL |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Hazlehead/Queens Cross/Countesswells |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ABSOLUTE SOLAR AND WIND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 09330000 - Solar energy
- 09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules
- 09332000 - Solar installation
- 45251100 - Construction work for power plant
- 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations
- 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services
- 71323100 - Electrical power systems design services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2025 at 11:43 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048383-2025
- 13 Aug 2025 at 10:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048348-2025
- 1 Aug 2023 at 07:52 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022251-2023
- 25 Jul 2023 at 10:13 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021424-2023
- 29 Jun 2023 at 11:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018516-2023
- 31 May 2023 at 07:39 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015321-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806936
- https://turnerandtownsend.bravosolution.com
- https://turnerandtownsend.bravosolution.com/web/login.html
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30623

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