Utility Metering & Associated Services Framework

COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Colchester City Council is overseeing the tender process for a "Utility Metering & Associated Services Framework," targeting the energy meters industry. This initiative, which falls under the goods category, aims to establish a framework agreement for utility metering operation agreements and utility data services. The project, managed by Axiom Utilities Ltd, is structured into two lots covering energy and water for either meter operation or data aggregation/collection. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with an open procedure. Interested parties must submit their bids by 28th March 2025, and the contract is expected to start on 1st May 2025 and run until 30th April 2029. The geographical scope of the project includes the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other international locations.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in energy metering or data services within the utility sector. Companies with expertise in providing compliant metering operations or advanced data analytics tools for energy and water will find this framework especially suitable. Engaging in such a multi-supplier framework can enhance market presence and provide long-term engagement opportunities with the public sector. The open procurement method ensures a fair competition, allowing new suppliers to challenge incumbents, encouraging innovation and cost-efficient solutions.

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Utility Metering & Associated Services Framework

COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

21st February 2025 13:55:10 PM

Tender Deadline

28th March 2025 12:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

Colchester City Council is creating a framework agreement for use by wider public sector for the provision of utility metering operation agreements, utility data collection services and utility data aggregation services. This will be a multi-supplier framework, designed to make the incumbent meter operators compliant as well as give the option for new supplier through competition. This opportunity to split in to two lots (bidders can apply for either or both): Lot1: Meter Operator - Energy and Water Lot 2: Data aggregator/ Data Collector - Energy and Water. Axiom Utilities Ltd are acting on behalf of the council in administering this framework agreement.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-a6c1859a-071a-4fe9-b319-96c1e4c0ec6d

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

38551000

CPV Division(s)

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
Awarding Authority

COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Matt Howe

Buyer Email

colchester@axiomutilities.com

Buyer Phone

+441253804204

Buyer Address

Rowan House, 33 Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3WG

UK

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Utility Metering & Associated Services Framework

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