---
title: "Provision of Installation and Commission of Solar PV for the University of Sunderland"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065a70"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND"
published: "2026-05-13"
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# Provision of Installation and Commission of Solar PV for the University of Sunderland

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065a70

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by the University of Sunderland, involves the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a solar photovoltaic (PV) system for Helen McArdle House. The process falls under the 'works' category within the renewable energy industry, specifically focusing on solar installations. The procurement has reached the award stage, with Advanced Renewable Power, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Washington, UK, being awarded the contract worth £137,196. The procurement method was open competition, categorised as below threshold, with the contract period set from 1st June 2026 to 31st July 2026. The procurement had an impressive engagement, attracting 23 bids, with 21 making it to the final stage.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in renewable energy installations, particularly those focusing on solar systems. SMEs, like Advanced Renewable Power, are well-suited to compete, especially those capable of delivering high-quality solutions as the award criteria heavily weighted quality over cost, at a 60:40 ratio. By participating in such tenders, businesses can not only expand their portfolio but also enhance their market reputation in the growing sector of sustainable energy, paving the way for future opportunities in public sector green initiatives.

## Notice

Design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of solar photovoltaic (PV) system for Helen McArdle House

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043927-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | £120,000 |
| Awards value | £137,196 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC23 Sunderland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADVANCED RENEWABLE POWER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09330000 - Solar energy
- 09331000 - Solar panels
- 09331200 - Solar photovoltaic modules
- 09332000 - Solar installation
- 45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

## Release History

- 13 May 2026 at 12:54 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043927-2026
- 26 Feb 2026 at 14:23 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017393-2026
- 23 Feb 2026 at 16:06 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016214-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043927-2026
  13th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017393-2026
  26th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016214-2026
  23rd February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/members/university-of-sunderland/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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