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Plug-in Solar PV Study

Department for Energy Security & Net Zero

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Department for Energy Security & Net Zero

Buyer Address: 55 Whitehall, London, UKI32, SW1A 2HP, United Kingdom

Contact Email: bernadette.hughes@energysecurity.gov.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
90000.0 GBP
Gross: 108000 GBP
Published
31 Jul 2025, 17:29
Deadline
03 Sep 2025, 10:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
73110000 - Research services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

The objective of this study is to assess whether plug-in solar photovoltaic (PV) connected to certified inverters can be safely deployed in the UK without socket or building wiring modifications. The study will assess technical, regulatory, and practical feasibility, and make clear, evidence-based recommendations for plug-in solar PV in the UK.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044967-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 90,000

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 108,000

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-10-02T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-02-02T23:59:59+00:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Documents

Document Description: ITT

Document Description: Ts&Cs

Document Description: Ethical Walls Agreement Draft

Document Description: Pricing Schedule

Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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