---
title: "Plug-in Solar PV Study"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056ab9"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO"
published: "2025-12-01"
---

# Plug-in Solar PV Study

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056ab9

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## Summary

The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero, based in London, concluded its procurement process for the "Plug-in Solar PV Study." This tender aimed at researching the safe deployment of plug-in solar photovoltaic systems in the UK without requiring modifications to existing sockets or wiring. The procurement, under the 'services' category, was an open competition below the threshold, inviting bids through electronic submission channels. The process has advanced to the award stage, with the contract effective from 4th November 2025 to 27th February 2026, potentially extending until 30th April 2026. The primary location for service delivery is the UK.

This contract offers significant business growth potential, particularly for SMEs in the research or energy sectors, focusing on technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services. Successful bidders, such as Arceio Limited, will gain valuable experience and credentials through this government-backed project, enhancing their portfolio in energy and engineering services. Companies with a strong background in renewable energy, especially those skilled in practical and regulatory aspects, are well-positioned to pursue similar opportunities in the future. The study's results could influence wider market acceptance of innovative solar PV solutions, providing further commercial avenues.

## Notice

The objective of this study is to assess whether plug-in solar photovoltaic (PV) connected to certified inverters can be safely deployed in the UK without socket or building wiring modifications. The study will assess technical, regulatory, and practical feasibility, and make clear, evidence-based recommendations for plug-in solar PV in the UK.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract for the Services for an initial period of 4 months with an option for the Authority to extend the Contract for a further period of 2 months i.e. up to a total Contract period of 6 months overall, unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions of the Contract. Supplier will be notified of the extension within 20 days prior to the initial contract end date.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078593-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | £90,000 |
| Awards value | £80,309 |
| Contracts value | £80,309 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARCEIO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71314000 - Energy and related services
- 71317000 - Hazard protection and control consultancy services
- 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2025 at 15:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078593-2025
- 20 Oct 2025 at 12:41 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066722-2025
- 31 Jul 2025 at 17:29 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044967-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078593-2025
  1st December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066722-2025
  20th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044967-2025
  31st July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3667
  ITT
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3668
  Ts&Cs
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3669
  Ethical Walls Agreement Draft
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3670
  Pricing Schedule

## Notice URLs

- https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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