---
title: "V4SDDC065 - Solar Energy Generation Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d97a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-08-03"
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# V4SDDC065 - Solar Energy Generation Project

Buyer: SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d97a

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## Summary

South Derbyshire District Council is inviting tenders for the V4SDDC065 - Solar Energy Generation Project, aimed at designing, supplying, installing, and commissioning solar photovoltaic systems at two sites in Swadlincote and Rosliston, UK. This active tender process, associated with the works industry category, is being conducted via an open procurement method. The tender, which seeks to contribute to carbon reduction and sustainability objectives, has a gross value of GBP 111,000 with a submission deadline of 28th August 2026. Interested parties can submit their inquiries electronically until 14th August 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 5th October 2026 and conclude by 6th November 2026.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in solar energy and renewable technologies, particularly those with experience in solar panel roof-covering work. The project offers a platform for companies to showcase their innovations in renewable energy infrastructure and monitoring systems while contributing to long-term energy savings and environmental benefits. Firms capable of delivering high-quality solar solutions that align with the Council’s objectives, and that can effectively manage an open competition process, are well-suited to compete in this contracting opportunity. The emphasis on quality (60%) over price (40%) in award criteria indicates a preference for excellence in execution, making it attractive for businesses committed to delivering top-tier renewable energy services.

## Notice

South Derbyshire District Council is seeking a suitably qualified contractor to design, supply, install and commission solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across two Council-owned sites in Swadlincote and Rosliston. The project will support the Council's carbon reduction and sustainability objectives through the delivery of renewable energy generation infrastructure, associated electrical works, monitoring systems and battery-ready capability, providing long-term energy savings and environmental benefits for the authority.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072968-2026 |
| 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 | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Oct 2026 - 6 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,500 |
| Lots value | £92,500 |
| 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 | SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | SWADLINCOTE |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE11 0AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | South Derbyshire |
| Electoral ward | Swadlincote |
| Westminster constituency | South Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09330000 - Solar energy
- 45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2026 at 06:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072968-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072968-2026
  3rd August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a3ef7adb-078f-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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