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title: "T26-020ENV Tender for the Design, Supply, Installation and Integration of Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage for 2 Council Depots"
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buyer: "DERRY CITY AND STRABANE DISTRICT COUNCIL"
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# T26-020ENV Tender for the Design, Supply, Installation and Integration of Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage for 2 Council Depots

Buyer: DERRY CITY AND STRABANE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060f97

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## Summary

Derry City and Strabane District Council is inviting tenders for the design, supply, installation, and integration of solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage solutions for its two fleet depots. The tender, identified as T26-020ENV, falls under the public authority category and applies Northern Irish devolved regulations. Targeted at works within the electrical installation and construction industry, this procurement process is at the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions on 20th February 2026. The process, conducted via an open competition method, includes two lots: the first focuses on a battery-ready solar PV system, and the second on a scalable battery energy storage system. The project aligns with the council's goal of transitioning to a low-carbon fleet and estate.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for companies involved in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in solar PV and battery storage solutions. Smaller to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically encouraged to apply, with the procurement aiming to stimulate local business growth within electrical installation, infrastructure development, and energy efficiency industries. With a total contract value estimated at £240,000, interested companies with expertise in constructing energy solutions can potentially boost their portfolios and expand their services in the emerging market of sustainable infrastructure. This initiative could be particularly opportune for businesses proficient in project management, renewable technologies, and integrated energy systems.

## Notice

Derry City and Strabane District Council invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the supply, installation, commissioning, and handover of solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage solutions for its two Fleet depots. Each of the two fleet depots have ancillary offices, whilst Strahans Road also operates as a Recycling Centre. This tender will take the form of two Lots therefore interested suppliers are requested to provide prices on a lot-by-lot basis. Bidders can apply for any or all of the Lots. Bidders should note that delivery of this project is subject to external funding and the delivery timeframe has been set with funding timescales in mind. Should adequate funding be secured, the project would support the Council's transition to a low-carbon fleet and estate, supporting emissions reduction and long-term energy cost savings. The 2 Lots encompass the design (where required), installation and commissioning of roof-mounted solar PV arrays and associated battery storage systems to deliver fully operational systems compliant with all relevant standards and regulations. Your submission must be submitted via etendersNI, via this CFT. No other method of submissions will be accepted. Please refer to the CfT documents for further detail.

### Lot Information

Design, supply, installation and integration of a battery-ready, grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system

Derry City and Strabane District Council is seeking tenders for Lot 1 - for the design, supply, installation, testing and integration of a battery-ready, grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system for its Skeoge and Strahans Road depots.

Design, supply, installation, commissioning, and integration of a scalable Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Derry City and Strabane District Council is seeking tenders for Lot 2 - for the design, supply, installation, commissioning and integration of a scalable Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) for their Skeoge and Strahans Road depots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007062-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| Lots value | £240,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DERRY CITY AND STRABANE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | DERRY |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT48 7NN |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0A Derry City and Strabane |
| Local authority | Derry City and Strabane |
| Electoral ward | Northland |
| Westminster constituency | Foyle |
| Delivery location | TLN0A Derry City and Strabane |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules
- 45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 12:24 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007062-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007062-2026
  27th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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