Independent eval. of the NHS solar and battery storage scheme 25/26

NHS England is soliciting an independent evaluation of its solar and battery storage scheme across sites in England under solicitation number C468642. The primary objective of this consultancy service is to assess the impact, delivery, and value for money of capital investments in solar PV and battery storage. Specifically, the evaluation will measure the extent to which these projects reduce carbon emissions, lower energy costs, improve on-site energy generation, and strengthen overall energy resilience. The contract is estimated to be valued at 95,000 GBP excluding VAT, with a performance period running from November 30, 2026, to March 31, 2027. This procurement is conducted as a below threshold open competition and is noted as particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises. Award decisions will be based on a weighted evaluation consisting of a technical questionnaire at 70 percent, a commercial questionnaire at 20 percent, and social value at 10 percent. Interested suppliers must submit a completed Bid Response Document via the Atamis e-Tendering Portal by the deadline of November 6, 2026, at 12:00pm.