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title: "AWE Solar Programme - Burghfield (AWE(B))"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d68b"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ATOMIC WEAPONS ESTABLISHMENT"
published: "2026-07-29"
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# AWE Solar Programme - Burghfield (AWE(B))

Buyer: ATOMIC WEAPONS ESTABLISHMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d68b

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## Summary

The Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE), a central government public authority, is currently at the tender stage for the "AWE Solar Programme - Burghfield." This contract focuses on the supply of renewable solar energy via direct wire to the AWE Burghfield site in the UK, under a bespoke Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) that will last for 26 years. The procurement process follows a competitive flexible procedure, and interested parties must register by 15th September 2026 to participate. This tender falls under several industry categories including electricity, solar energy, construction work, maintenance services, installation services, and electrical power systems design, indicating a major focus on renewable energy and infrastructure development.

This procurement initiative provides an excellent opportunity for businesses operating within the renewable energy and construction sectors, particularly those specialising in solar energy solutions and electrical systems design. Companies aiming to expand into long-term governmental contracts and those with robust financial and technical capacities stand to benefit significantly. The competitive nature of the procurement, with multiple stages of evaluation, allows businesses to showcase their capabilities and secure a long-term partnership with a secure client, fostering potential growth and stability in the renewable energy market. Furthermore, the emphasis on solar power signals a progressive shift towards sustainable energy solutions, offering businesses a chance to align with broader environmental goals.

## Notice

The purpose of this procurement is to award a contract for supply of renewable (solar) energy via direct wire to AWE Burghfield (AWE(B)). Following completion of this Procurement, AWE intends to award the Contract to a single Supplier which has provided the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The Contract will run for a period of 26 years from the effective date. The terms being used for this Procurement is bespoke Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) and will be made available to shortlisted bidders at ISIT stage. There will be no option for AWE to extend the Contract. The Contract will comprise a fixed price tariff with appropriate indexation. Interested parties must register their intention to participate by emailing AWEProcurement@AWE.co.uk using subject: AWE Solar Programme - Burghfield (AWE(B)). Upon receipt, AWE will issue the interested party with a link to register on AWE's Procurement Portal, and mandatory a Confidentiality Agreement. Completion of both are mandatory to access the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071736-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2028 - 31 Jan 2054 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,000,000 |
| Lots value | £48,000,000 |
| 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 | ATOMIC WEAPONS ESTABLISHMENT |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG7 4PR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | West Berkshire |
| Electoral ward | Aldermaston |
| Westminster constituency | Reading West and Mid Berkshire |
| Delivery location | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 09310000 - Electricity
- 09330000 - Solar energy
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services
- 51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment
- 71323100 - Electrical power systems design services

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2026 at 13:08 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071736-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071736-2026
  29th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53627778-b055-44a2-9b95-0e5f85de1ef0
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001297-2025
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012205-2023
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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