ENQEIR993: Market Consultation - Embedded PV sample data
Description: The objective of this Market Research is to search for suppliers capable of delivering a continuous feed of representative embedded PV generation data that meets the following outcomes: 1. Improve system visibility: Provide near real time insight into embedded PV output across Ireland and Northern Ireland. 2. Support operational forecasting: Enable EirGrid and SONI to better predict short term solar output changes by creating proxy forecasts for the locations of the data supplied by the tender winner(s) and then use the actual generation of the proxy sites to fine tune the actual forecast. 3. Provide a geographically representative dataset: Ensure broad dispersion and diversity of PV sites to reflect system-wide behaviour. 4. Deliver high data quality and reliability: Ensure data is accurate, validated, and free from distortions such (read more...)
Summary: The procurement process led by SONI Ltd, a prominent private utility organisation based in Belfast, United Kingdom, concerns a market consultation under the title "ENQEIR993: Market Consultation - Embedded PV sample data." This initiative falls within the services sector of the electricity, heating, solar, and nuclear energy industry (CPV codes 09300000 and 65000000) and applies Northern Irish devolved regulations. At the planning stage as of 16th July 2026, the process includes a market engagement notice published on the same date. Interested parties should note the upcoming milestone on 6th August 2026, a deadline for engaging with the preliminary market engagement documentation.