PS26239 - RAF015/2627 - Plug-in batteries safety study

This tender closed on 21 October 2026.

Buyer
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero
Value
£300,000
Closed
21 October 2026
Where
London
Type
Open tender

In plain English

The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero wants a research organisation to conduct a safety study on plug-in batteries (up to 800W) for UK homes. The study will test whether these batteries can be safely used in UK domestic settings and will inform new technical standards.

What the buyer wants

• Develop and run fire safety and electrical safety tests on plug-in batteries in various configurations (single units, multiple units in series/parallel, paired with solar panels) • Consult with stakeholders to finalise which installation setups need testing • Produce a detailed test protocol and final report assessing safety risks and feasibility of safe plug-in batteries for domestic use

Requirements

What could rule a small business out: This is a specialist research and testing contract: if you are a builder, electrician, cleaner or other tradesperson without a dedicated testing laboratory and relevant safety accreditations, you will not be able to bid. Only organisations with fire and electrical safety testing capability should apply.

Always check the tender documents.

Similar open consultancy and professional services contracts

Check whether your business could win this, free

Get a plain-English bid plan for this tender with the bid coach