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GB-Chelmsford: 0599 - Energy Switching Partner for the 'Essex Energy Switch'

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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22 Jan 2019 at 10:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract titled "GB-Chelmsford: 0599 - Energy Switching Partner for the 'Essex Energy Switch'" has been awarded to iChoosr by Essex County Council. The procurement, classified under energy-efficiency consultancy services, falls within the services category and is based in Chelmsford, located in the East of England. The contracting process was conducted via an open procedure, with the contract period running from 30 November 2018 to 1 December 2021. This tender, completed on 22 November 2017, involved a contract value of approximately £50,000, depending on the number of energy switches executed throughout its duration.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in energy management and consultancy services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could benefit from participating in future energy efficiency initiatives, as the procurement authority has indicated a preference for these entities in the tendering process. Companies that offer innovative solutions for energy cost reduction and that can effectively support the goal of mitigating fuel poverty in Essex are well-suited to explore growth avenues resulting from this engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Chelmsford: 0599 - Energy Switching Partner for the 'Essex Energy Switch'

Notice Description

The Authority has awarded a contract to deliver our Energy Switch strategy. This contract will develop, promote and operate a high-quality service on behalf of Essex County Council that enables the residents and commercial businesses (via a bureau service) of Essex to; 1. Switch gas and/or electricity providers and, 2. reduce energy costs based on their individual circumstances and, 3. support the Authority in its aim to reduce fuel poverty within the County of Essex. Additional information: The contracting authority considered that this contract was suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, selection of tenderers was based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Please note the value of the contract is approximate as this is variable depending upon the number of switches undertaken throughout the life of the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c175673f-fad7-4150-b4ee-be882f59f110
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cf16882-441b-4a1f-b99c-8f038456b7b2
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

71314200 - Energy-management services

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Nov 20178 years ago
Contract Period
30 Nov 2018 - 1 Dec 2021 3-4 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
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICHOOSR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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