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title: "Lynemouth Solar DNO grid upgrade"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e286"
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# Lynemouth Solar DNO grid upgrade

Buyer: MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e286

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Lynemouth Solar DNO grid upgrade" was managed by the Mining Remediation Authority, a public authority in the central government sector, and involved a direct procurement method without competition. Located in Nottinghamshire, this project entails non-contestable works for upgrading the grid in Lynemouth, United Kingdom, to accommodate the upcoming installation of a solar PV system. The contract, awarded to Northern Powergrid (Northeast) PLC, a large-scale enterprise, specifies tasks such as replacing existing transformers and installing system monitoring. Having proceeded through the award stage, the contract was signed on 17th November 2025, with work scheduled to begin on 1st December 2025 and expected to be completed by 27th March 2026. The maximum potential extension for the works is up to 30th June 2026, depending on DNO scheduling.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in electrical or solar installations, particularly those experienced with mains connections and grid upgrade projects. With a total contract value of £75,789.08, companies that have expertise in systems monitoring, SCADA, or related electrical installation work may find subcontracting opportunities under the main contractor, Northern Powergrid. The works offer a chance for businesses to align with a large-scale utility provider and gain experience in a critical infrastructure project, potentially facilitating further business growth in the renewable energy sector.

## Notice

This contract is for grid upgrade works at Lynemouth MWTS to enable the connection to the grid of the solar PV system that is to be installed over the coming months. These works fall under non-contestable works, which means that the works must be completed by the Distribution Network Operator (DNO), in this instance that is Northern Powergrid. Scope of work The Works are: 1. At Lynemouth Pumps replace the existing LV board and Transformer with 20kV 1MVA transformer with 1600A ACB transformer LV board 2. Install system monitoring and SCADA 3. Witness test

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074417-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £63,157 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG18 4RG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF15 North Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Mansfield |
| Electoral ward | Berry Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Mansfield |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHERN POWERGRID (NORTHEAST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 09332000 - Solar installation
- 31311000 - Mains connections
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work

## Release History

- 17 Nov 2025 at 14:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074417-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074417-2025
  17th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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