Planning

Domestic Utilities Provider - Void Properties

VIVO DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED

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Planning

18 Nov 2025 at 15:41

Summary of the contracting process

VIVO Defence Services is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Domestic Utilities Provider - Void Properties." This procurement aims to secure a provider for gas and electricity supply to military homes during void periods across approximately 4,500 properties in the South-East and South-West regions of the United Kingdom. VIVO Defence Services, based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is overseeing this process. The industry category for this procurement is "Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy" under the CPV code 09300000. Key engagement ends on 5th December 2025, with further supplier dialogue strongly encouraged. The process is initiated as a tender, but the procurement is still at the planning stage, reflecting the initial data gathering phase of the operation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the utilities sector, especially those capable of providing efficient account management and accurate metering and billing data. Suppliers that can handle quick account transitions without the need for occupant details will particularly find this tender aligns with their expertise. Although the opportunity does not specifically seek SMEs or voluntary and community sector enterprises, businesses with robust infrastructures and experience in handling large portfolios can benefit from engaging with VIVO Defence Services. Interested suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by contacting VIVO directly at procurement@vivodefence.com to potentially expand their market presence within the defence sector.

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Notice Title

Domestic Utilities Provider - Void Properties

Notice Description

VIVO Defence Services is looking for a domestic utilities provider to supply gas and electricity to military homes during the void periods. The portfolio consists of c4500 void in the South-East and South-West regions. The contract would need to provide accurate metering and billing data provided through a consolidated bill. Due to the sensitivity of our client's portfolio the contract requires: * Quick switching and closing of accounts * Ability to action opening and closing of account without the need of in/out going occupants' details * Meter mode changes VIVO are looking to engage with further dialogue with suitable suppliers. Please submit interest directly to: procurement@vivodefence.com

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-511bdac0-87b8-43c3-bb60-375ff2a8e4c4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6be50741-c7cd-45a3-acfb-99e18ea63bf2
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VIVO DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@vivodefence.com
Contact Phone
01480 456654

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Postcode
NE12 8EX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Longbenton & Benton
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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