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Energy bill validation and cost recovery services for Educational Institutions across England

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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29 Oct 2024 at 09:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract for energy bill validation and cost recovery services for educational institutions across England. This procurement, listed under the industry category of “collection agency services” (CPV 79940000), was completed through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services' RM6226 framework under Lot 17. The tender process initiated on 7th May 2024 and concluded with an award to Professional Cost Management Group Limited on 7th August 2024. The contract started on 26th August 2024 and will end on 31st May 2026, covering various regions including North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, and South West.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in utility bill validation and cost recovery, providing ample scope for both SMEs and larger enterprises to demonstrate their expertise in contract compliance. By identifying erroneous payments and recovering funds for educational settings, businesses can not only secure a lucrative contract but also establish a strong reputation within the public sector. Organisations well-suited to compete in this arena include those with a proven track record in utility management, financial auditing, and customer-focused service—particularly those that can adapt to diverse regional needs across England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Energy bill validation and cost recovery services for Educational Institutions across England

Notice Description

The Department for Education has appointed a supplier to deliver validation of utility bills (electricity and gas) which have been issued to schools in England and to carry out cost recovery services where errors are identified. The contract will aim to ensure that all Education Settings across England have the opportunity to benefit from specialist contract compliance reviews, including the identification of erroneous payments and the potential recovery of funds. This contract was awarded via the Crown Commercial Services' RM6226 framework under Lot 17.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7fdb1e13-5e1d-4368-ade3-27de13c877f6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0001e03c-d625-4c25-ac50-40eaf09601ec
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79940000 - Collection agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2024 - 31 May 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROFESSIONAL COST MANAGEMENT GROUP

Further Information

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