UTILITY SCALE SOLAR PV – LONGMAN LANDFILL ARRAY

Description

The Highland Council (THC) is currently considering its options regarding the future of the contractual arrangements for Utility Scale Solar PV – Longman Landfill Array Project. As part of our fact-finding process, the Council is inviting potential suppliers to provide information requested in the attached "Request for Information" document. It is hoped this will assist Council staff in shaping requirements for the future, understanding the current market and future developments, and developing the best value strategy for any future procurement. Please complete the attached document and return to us by the 11/03/2025 Lot 1: Current Position The Council is currently considering all possible market options in the advancement of this project, including: Option 1: THC undertakes the site investigation, design and secures planning approval and then directly appoints an external supplier for the build phase (included the SSEN contestable works) and then directly appoints a separate supplier for the long-term operation and maintenance of the array. The Highland Council will retain ownership of the PV array. Option 2: THC undertakes the site investigation, design and secures planning approval, and then directly appoints a single supplier for the build phase (included the SSEN contestable works) and for subsequent operation and maintenance of the array. Again, the Highland Council would retain ownership of the PV array. To help us with this decision, please complete the attached document and return to us by the 11/03/2025