Scope
Reference
2023
Description
The University of South Wales requires a partner for install Solar Photovoltaic Installation, Including the Design & Installation of Roof Safety Barrier and Access Steps. This is to take place at our Treforest Learning Resource Centre.
Works to include the supply & fit of solar panels to the proposed designs, installation of new distribution board, all commissioning of panels and monitoring equipment.
The contractor is also requested to design and install a rooftop guardrail & ballast safety barrier system, along with access steps between the lower and upper roof. Providing USW with all certifications post-installation.
Total value (estimated)
- £166,666 excluding VAT
- £199,998 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 3 November 2025 to 30 January 2026
- 2 months, 28 days
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 09331000 - Solar panels
- 09332000 - Solar installation
- 09330000 - Solar energy
- 45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 31625200 - Fire-alarm systems
Contract locations
- UKL15 - Central Valleys
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
26 September 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
3 October 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please register on https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/ to access the opportunity. The ITT reference is itt_119745
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (Schedule of Works) | Schedule of Works |
Price | 60.00% |
| Health and Safety Procedures | Please provide examples of how you have managed health and safety practices on similar projects with similar clients. Your response should include a summary of how you would manage this project. The... |
Quality | 10.00% |
| Experience and knowledge of contractor | Please demonstrate your experience of working on projects of a similar nature with Higher Education providers or similar large public sector organisations Your response should include examples of... |
Quality | 10.00% |
| Programme | Clarification the programme is achievable or can be bettered. USW appreciate that the Christmas break/bank holiday falls within the contract timeframe. The University will be closed As a minimum: - 1.... |
Quality | 10.00% |
| Social Value | Please refer to the Social Value Template included within eTenderWales. Social Value will be evaluated in two components: Social Value Metrics - Quantitative 5% Social Value Method Statement -... |
Quality | 10.00% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
University of South Wales
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 1140312
University of South Wales,
Pontypridd
CF37 1DL
United Kingdom
Contact name: Laura Perrott
Region: UKL15 - Central Valleys
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales