---
title: "RAF 006/2627: Plug-in Solar PV Fire Study"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d852"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO"
published: "2026-07-31"
---

# RAF 006/2627: Plug-in Solar PV Fire Study

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d852

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## Summary

The procurement process was initiated by the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero, located in London, with the project titled "RAF 006/2627: Plug-in Solar PV Fire Study." This public procurement falls under the services industry category specifically related to research services. The procurement method used was direct and was classified as below threshold without competition. The contract, awarded to Arceio Limited, commenced on 17th June 2026 and is set to conclude by 16th October 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in providing research services, particularly those in the energy and engineering sectors. SMEs, like Arceio Limited, which won the contract, are well-positioned to benefit from such projects, enabling them to contribute to impactful research while expanding their portfolio. The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero supports innovation in climate and energy sectors, offering businesses the potential for collaboration on pioneering studies and policy development initiatives.

## Notice

A targeted fire study of plug-in solar PV modules including laboratory fire testing, engineering analysis, and policy-relevant recommendations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072493-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £112,510 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARCEIO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2026 at 08:39 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072493-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072493-2026
  31st July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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