Scope
Reference
prj_5707
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.
Contract 1. Plug-in Solar Safety Study
Supplier
Contract value
- £80,309 excluding VAT
- £96,371 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
20 October 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
31 October 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 October 2025 to 27 February 2026
- Possible extension to 30 April 2026
- 6 months, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
There is the option for the Authority to extend the Contract for a further period of 2 months i.e. up to a total Contract period of 6 months overall, if the Authority deems it to be required to complete the contract sufficiently.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73110000 - Research services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Information about tenders
- 1 tender received
- 1 tender assessed in the final stage:
- 1 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 0 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
Arceio Limited
135 Western Road
Milton Keynes
MK2 2PR
United Kingdom
Email: antony.chiwoko@arceio.com
Region: UKJ12 - Milton Keynes
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Plug-in Solar Safety Study
Contracting authority
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDHQ-2163-WYMH
55 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2HP
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government