West Sussex opens four-year solar maintenance framework procurement
Procurement · England
By Net Zero News · Published 18th October 2026
West Sussex County Council has issued a tender for a four-year, multi-supplier framework covering operation and maintenance of rooftop solar systems. The published estimated framework value is £2.52 million.
Project status: Open tender — deadline 13 November
What changed
The scope includes reactive call-outs, inspections and planned repairs and maintenance, including applicable domestic installations. The tender notice was published on 16 October, following an earlier pipeline notice. Submissions are due on 13 November 2026 at 4pm. This is a maintenance procurement supporting existing renewable assets; the framework figure should not be described as guaranteed spend with one supplier.
Key project takeaways
Relevant suppliers should check the official documents, lots and submission route.
Public asset owners should include inspection and maintenance budgets in solar investment plans.
Why this matters
Solar installations need a long-term maintenance plan as well as an initial capital budget. The framework offers a procurement opportunity for suppliers and a reference point for public-estate teams reviewing inspection, monitoring and repair arrangements. Check the notice for current deadlines and amendments.
Source: West Sussex procurement notice, cross-checked through Stotles and Tenderline ↗ · Original announcement: 16th October 2026