How to win: V4SDDC065.2 Solar Energy Generation Project

About this contract

South Derbyshire District Council is seeking to engage with the market ahead of a forthcoming procurement opportunity for the design, supply, installation and commissioning of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy generation systems at two Council-owned sites within the district. The project forms part of the Council's commitment to reducing carbon emissions, improving energy resilience and supporting its wider climate change objectives. The proposed works are expected to include the installation of rooftop solar PV systems at Stenson Fields Community Centre, Chartley Road, Stenson Fields, Derby, DE24 3BT, and Rosliston Forestry Centre, together with associated electrical infrastructure, monitoring systems and battery storage provision at Rosliston Forestry Centre. Through this engagement exercise, the Council wishes to better understand current market capability, innovative technical solutions, delivery approaches, programme considerations and emerging industry best practice. Feedback received will help inform the final procurement strategy, specification and contract requirements. The Council is particularly interested in hearing from suppliers with experience of delivering commercial-s

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