RMCB 056 - Maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Description

The Contract will consist of the annual cleaning, inspection, service and maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic Systems in line with the Appendix A-Servicing Schedule .The Contractor will provide Appendix C-Service Report of all properties detailed in Schedule 2-Schedule of Properties and submit to the Client. The Contract will monitor weekly all of the Councils Photovoltaic System monitoring platforms and report to the Client in the event of any faults. Contractor to work as required in Council properties and those of other external clients on the provision of Solar Photovoltaic Systems. The initial term of the Contract will run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028. Following this period, the contract may be extended by an additional two years (until 31st March 2030), contingent on satisfactory performance during the initial term and mutual agreement on both terms and costs for the extension. Lot 1: The Contract will consist of the annual cleaning, inspection, service and maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic Systems in line with the Appendix A-Servicing Schedule .The Contractor will provide Appendix C-Service Report of all properties detailed in Schedule 2-Schedule of Properties and submit to the Client. The Contract will monitor weekly all of the Councils Photovoltaic System monitoring platforms and report to the Client in the event of any faults. Contractor to work as required in Council properties and those of other external clients on the provision of Solar Photovoltaic Systems. The aim of the contract is to maximise system efficiency by monitoring, maintaining and carrying out upgrades to the Photovoltaic Systems to ensure the Client generates the most for the Feed in Tariff (FIT). The execution of the works undertaken by the Contractor under this Contract shall enable the Client to discharge their responsibilities under the Electricity at Work Regulations (EAWR) 1989 in relation to the maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic systems. The initial term of the Contract will run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028. Following this period, the contract may be extended by an additional two years (until 31st March 2030), contingent on satisfactory performance during the initial term and mutual agreement on both terms and costs for the extension. Prices submitted will cover the period from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. Subsequently, the contractor may propose an annual cost adjustment to the tendered rates for the next 12-month period, capped at the Consumer Price Index (CPI) percentage change from January to December of the previous year as listed on the ONS website under the “CPI All Item: percentage change of 12 months data series.” This adjustment is subject to Council approval. Nonetheless, the Council retains the right to negotiate with the Contractor on any proposed rate increases if deemed unjustified. The Council holds the authority to terminate this Contract at its discretion. Either party must provide a minimum of 3 months' notice prior to any contract termination. The Council reserves the right to terminate the contract based upon the criteria as detailed in clause 1.3 at any time during the contract period. A minimum of 3 months’ notice shall be given by either party prior to termination of the contract. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3JK52DE7DW