Solar Street Light Buyer’s Guide (Tender-Ready Hub)

Project Input Sheet (Copy & Paste)

Send us the inputs below for sizing + IES/DIALux layout. Missing fields = slower validation.

Project locationCity, country, GPS (optional)
Road typeHighway / Main road / Urban street / Park / Pathway
Road width___ m
Pole height___ m
Pole spacing (if fixed)___ m (or “flexible”)
Pole arrangementSingle-side / Double-side / Median
Mounting armLength ___ m, tilt ___° (if any)
Target illuminanceAverage lux ___ ; Uniformity target ___ (if specified)
Optics preferenceType II / Type III / Type IV / Not sure
CCT / CRICCT ___K ; CRI ___
Night runtime___ hours/night
Dimming profileTime dimming / PIR dimming / Smart control / None
Worst-month PSH___ h (or share location and we estimate)
Autonomy / backup nights___ nights
EnvironmentCoastal / Desert / Humid / Cold / Normal
Ingress & impactIP__ ; IK__ (if required)
Surge / lightningLocal spec or “unknown”
Quantity + deliveryQty ___ ; Incoterms ___ ; Deadline ___

Send Inputs & Request a Layout Proposal →

Prefer templates first? Start with RFQ & BOQ Kit.

Download the Project Input Sheet (PDF & DOCX)

Use the tender-ready template to send inputs and request a layout proposal.

Open Download Page →

Download: Tender Pack (ZIP)

Fastest way to start a tender-ready path with standardized inputs.

Download Tender Pack (ZIP) →

Start Here (30-Second Selector)

Choose your scenario:

A) Highways / Main Roads (Strict Road Lighting)

You likely need: scalable PV + battery sizing, roadway optics, and IES/DIALux validation.

Start with:

Get Highway Path →

B) Urban Streets / Parks (Fast Deployment)

You likely need: quick deployment, clear dimming profile, and tender comparability.

Start with:

Get Urban Path →

C) Harsh Climate (Coastal / Desert / Monsoon)

You likely need: sealing evidence, corrosion strategy, and conservative sizing.

Start with:

Get Harsh Climate Path →

The Procurement Path (Evidence First, Price Second)

Use this workflow to prevent undersizing, unverifiable spacing claims, and warranty disputes.

1) Define scenario: road type + environment + autonomy nights
2) Standardize terms: use the Spec Definitions Hub
3) Require evidence: use the Quality & Testing Evidence Hub
4) Roadway projects: validate optics/spacing via IES files + DIALux inputs
5) Compare bids: apply pass/fail first, then scoring rubric (RFQ/BOQ Kit)
6) Acceptance: require commissioning records + serial traceability
7) Operations: maintenance plan + spare parts policy

Starter Bundles (Click-and-Execute)

Bundle 1 — Highway / Main Road (Strict Road Lighting)

Goal: verify roadway optics + spacing with IES/DIALux before comparing price.

  1. IES & DIALux Center (inputs + deliverables + RFQ clauses)
  2. Pole Height & Spacing Guide
  3. Optics Guide (CCT/CRI/Beam Angle)
  4. RFQ & BOQ Kit (rubric + pass/fail)
  5. Quality & Testing Evidence (evidence pack)

Shortlist system types: Split Type · All-in-Two · All-in-One

Request IES/LDT + Layout Proposal →

Bundle 2 — Urban Streets / Parks (Fast Deployment)

Goal: fast installation with clear dimming profile and tender comparability.

  1. Autonomy Days Calculation
  2. PIR vs Time Dimming
  3. RFQ & BOQ Kit
  4. Installation & Commissioning Checklist
  5. Maintenance Plan

Shortlist system types: All-in-One · All-in-Two · Decorative

Open RFQ/BOQ Kit →

Bundle 3 — Coastal / Humid (Corrosion & Reliability)

Goal: evidence gates first (sealing, corrosion, surge, QC), then quote comparison.

  1. Quality & Testing Evidence
  2. IP/IK Ratings Selection
  3. Rainy Season Sizing (Worst-Month)
  4. RFQ & BOQ Kit
  5. Warranty Terms

Shortlist system types: Split Type · All-in-Two · All-in-One

Request Evidence Pack →

Bundle 4 — Desert / Dust (Ingress + Soiling Control)

Goal: prevent IP failures and PV soiling losses with maintenance-ready planning.

  1. Quality & Testing Evidence
  2. IP Ratings + Sealing Evidence Checklist
  3. Maintenance Plan (Cleaning Schedule)
  4. RFQ & BOQ Kit

Shortlist system types: Split Type · All-in-Two · Specific (Hybrid)

Request Dust/Ingress Evidence →

Bundle 5 — Procurement & Tender (Make Quotes Comparable)

Goal: lock normalization rules + pass/fail gates + scoring rubric.

  1. Spec Definitions Hub
  2. RFQ & BOQ Kit
  3. Quality & Testing Evidence
  4. Apples-to-Apples Quote Comparison
  5. Manufacturer Audit Checklist

Shortlist system types: All-in-One · All-in-Two · Split Type

Open Templates & Rubric →

Bundle 6 — Installation & Operations (Handover-Ready)

Goal: commissioning records + serial traceability + O&M workflow.

  1. Installation & Commissioning Checklist
  2. Common Failure Modes
  3. Maintenance Plan
  4. Warranty Terms

Shortlist system types: Solar Pole Lights · Decorative · All-in-One

Request Handover Checklist Pack →

Guides Library (20 Articles)

Browse by scenario. Each group links to a ready-to-run bundle and the most relevant guides.Highway / Main Road (Strict Road Lighting)

Run the Highway Bundle →

Urban Streets / Parks (Fast Deployment)

Run the Urban Bundle →

Coastal / Humid (Corrosion & Reliability)

Run the Coastal Bundle →

Desert / Dust (Ingress + Heat + Soiling)

Run the Desert Bundle →

Procurement & Tender (Make Quotes Comparable)

Run the Procurement Bundle →

Installation & Operations (Handover-Ready)

Run the Operations Bundle →

Prefer browsing everything? Open the full Guides Hub →

Resource Centers (Engineering Hubs)

Use these hubs as your tender “source of truth”:


Product Shortlist (System Types)

Start shortlisting here (selection pages):

Request a Project Starter Pack

Get a tender-ready starter pack:

  • DIALux intake form (fillable)
  • Evidence request checklist (by environment)
  • RFQ clauses + BOQ line items
  • Bid evaluation rubric (compliance first)

Send it to me:

  • Work email
  • Country/city
  • Road type and environment
  • Estimated quantity and timeline

Request a Project Starter Pack

Get a tender-ready starter pack:

  • DIALux intake form (fillable)
  • Evidence request checklist (by environment)
  • RFQ clauses + BOQ line items
  • Bid evaluation rubric (compliance first)

How to request: Go to our contact page and mention “Project Starter Pack”. Include your road type, pole height, target lux/uniformity, worst-month PSH, quantity, and timeline.

Request the Project Starter Pack →

Prefer templates first? Start here: RFQ & BOQ Kit.

Download: Project Input Sheet (Tender-Ready)

Use this template to send sizing inputs and request IES/LDT + layout validation.

Open the Download Page →

FAQ

Where should I start if I’m planning a highway project?

Start with the IES & DIALux Resource Center, then validate pole spacing and optics using model-specific IES files.

How do I prevent “cheap quotes” that hide risk?

Use pass/fail evidence rules first (energy budget, IES for roadway, sealing/corrosion strategy, warranty workflow), then apply the scoring rubric.

Which pages should be included in every tender package?

Spec Definitions, Quality & Testing Evidence, RFQ & BOQ Kit, and IES & DIALux (for roadway projects).

What documents should I request before paying a deposit?

A complete evidence submission package and a warranty workflow that defines response time, replacement method, and claim evidence requirements.