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Utilities Supplies and Services Framework

CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE

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02 Oct 2025 at 11:10

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Portsmouth College has completed a procurement process for a Utilities Supplies and Services Framework, aimed at developing a long-term energy management strategy. This tender falls under the energy-management services category, with a CPV code of 71314200. The procurement, valued at £110,000, covers services within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The process, initiated as a tender under the tag of 'award' and with an active award status, spans from 1st October 2025 to 30th September 2030. The contract was awarded on 10th January 2025, with the primary contracting party being Sustainable Energy First, a large-scale supplier.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in energy management services, particularly SMEs looking to establish or expand within the education sector's utilities space. Companies with a capacity to provide expert advice, sustainable solutions, and value for money aligned with budgetary controls will find this tender lucrative. The selection framework emphasises predictable outcomes and compliant routes to market, making it ideal for firms that excel in offering innovative energy solutions over extended periods.

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Notice Title

Utilities Supplies and Services Framework

Notice Description

City of Portsmouth college seeking a long-term energy management strategy, seeking best value, sustainable contract opportunities for CoPC. . A DFE approved Framework for utilities expert with sound knowledge and advice on the options available over an extended period With predictable out annual comes for budgetary controls. In the best way at the right time to demonstrate VFM. A fully compliant route to market for their gas and electricity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2bea4ba8-c9c7-4e2d-88ea-20f01291f69e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52b535dc-442b-4f1e-b65e-d1bf70747cf9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314200 - Energy-management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
julia.challacombe@copc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+442392328904

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO3 6PZ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Baffins
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FIRST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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