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title: "T26-097ENV Design, Supply, Installation and Integration of Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage for 2 Council Depots"
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# T26-097ENV 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-06c126

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Derry City and Strabane District Council, involves an open tender titled "T26-097ENV Design, Supply, Installation and Integration of Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage for 2 Council Depots". This process targets the energy sector, specifically the installation of solar photovoltaic systems and battery storage. The tender is divided into two lots, with work to be completed by 31 March 2027. Interested parties must submit their tenders through etendersNI, no later than 31 July 2026. The council is located in Northern Ireland, and bidders must adhere to Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement stage is currently active in the tender phase, offering a below threshold open competition for contractors.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in renewable energy and electrical installation services, particularly those with experience in solar energy and battery storage. By participating in this project, businesses can showcase their capabilities in executing large-scale, grid-connected solar energy projects. Small to medium enterprises with expertise in solar panel installation, battery systems, and electrical infrastructure may find this contract particularly advantageous for business growth. The opportunity to apply for multiple lots allows for flexibility and the potential to expand service offerings within the region, positioning companies prominently within a competitive and growing market.

## 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. 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. Tenderers must note that all installations must be fully completed, commissioned, and operational no later than 31 March 2027. 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

Design, supply, installation and integration of a battery-ready, grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system - see tender docs for further detail

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

Design, supply, installation, commissioning, and integration of a scalable Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) - see tender docs for further detail

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061680-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2026 - 27 Feb 2027 |
| 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 | 98 STRAND ROAD |
| 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

- 1 Jul 2026 at 11:34 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061680-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061680-2026
  1st July 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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