Tender Deadline: 28 August 2026
South Derbyshire District Council is inviting tenders from suitably qualified contractors to design, supply, install and commission solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across two council-owned sites in Swadlincote and Rosliston.
The project forms part of the Council’s carbon reduction strategy and includes solar PV installation, associated electrical works, monitoring systems and battery-ready infrastructure to support future renewable energy expansion and long-term energy savings.
Fast Facts
- Buyer: South Derbyshire District Council
- Project: Solar Energy Generation Project
- Scope: Design, supply, installation and commissioning of solar PV systems across two council-owned sites
- Contract Type: Works
- Estimated Contract Value: £92,500 excluding VAT (£111,000 including VAT)
- Contract Duration: Approximately 1 month (5 October – 6 November 2026)
- Location: Swadlincote and Rosliston, Derbyshire
- Procurement Type: Below Threshold Open Competition
- Quality / Price Weighting: 60% Quality / 40% Price
- Tender Deadline: 28 August 2026
About the South Derbyshire Solar Energy Generation Tender
This solar energy generation tender from South Derbyshire District Council covers the design, supply, installation and commissioning of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across two council-owned sites in Swadlincote and Rosliston.
The project forms part of the Council’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency through the deployment of renewable energy infrastructure. The successful contractor will deliver complete solar PV systems together with associated electrical works, performance monitoring systems and battery-ready capability.
The contract is expected to commence in October 2026 and will run for approximately one month, providing a focused opportunity for contractors with proven experience in commercial solar installations and public sector projects.
This opportunity is well suited to businesses with expertise in renewable energy, electrical engineering and sustainable infrastructure projects looking to expand their public sector portfolio.
👷 Who This Solar Energy Generation Tender Is Best Suited For
This opportunity is likely to be of interest to:
- Solar photovoltaic (PV) installation contractors
- Renewable energy specialists
- Electrical engineering and electrical installation companies
- Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) contractors
- Contractors experienced in local authority and public sector projects
- Businesses with experience delivering commercial rooftop solar installations
- Organisations specialising in sustainable energy and carbon reduction projects
⚡ BidHelp Insight
This project is about more than simply supplying and installing solar panels. The Council will be looking for contractors who can demonstrate technical competence, strong project management and the ability to deliver safely within an operational public sector environment.
Strong submissions are likely to include clear evidence of:
- Previous commercial or public sector solar PV installations
- Technical design capability and system performance
- Compliance with electrical and health & safety standards
- Experience delivering projects on occupied sites
- Quality assurance and commissioning procedures
- Ongoing monitoring, testing and handover processes
With quality accounting for 60% of the evaluation, bidders should focus on demonstrating experience, methodology and project delivery capability rather than relying solely on competitive pricing.
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