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Provision of HVO contract

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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27 May 2025 at 11:47

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Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of HVO contract," aimed at supplying HVO (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil) fuel for waste and highways vehicles and equipment. This tender, classified under the petroleum products and fuel industry category, took place in England, United Kingdom. The key dates involve the contract period, which spans from 15 May 2025 to 8 September 2025. The procurement process reached the award stage on 8 May 2025, signifying its completion. The awarded supplier was Certas Energy, previously known as GB Oils, engaging with a contract valued at £32,500 GBP.

This procurement offers potential growth opportunities for businesses involved in renewable energy and sustainable fuel supplies. Enterprises with capabilities in producing or distributing alternative fuels like HVO, especially large-scale operators, would find similar tenders lucrative due to the ongoing shift towards sustainability and net-zero targets. Given the nature of the contract and the buyer's focus on carbon emission reduction, businesses that can provide eco-friendly and innovative fuel solutions stand a good chance of competing effectively in this public procurement sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of HVO contract

Notice Description

HVO (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil) fuel to power Waste and Highways vehicles/equipment. HVO renewable diesel is a direct replacement for red and white diesel, made for use in on and off-road vehicles and machinery. Derived from certified sustainable raw materials, HVO cuts up to 90% of net CO2 emissions and will benefit LCC's carbon foot print and help towards net zero sustainability targets. There are currently limited alternatives to the use of fossil fuels to power large vehicle such as HGV's, without replacing current vehicles, some of which still have a long shelf life, with highly expensive and un-tested electric alternatives. HVO is a direct drop-in replacement for diesel, meaning LCC can lower carbon emissions quickly and relatively cheaply. Attainment of net zero targets is a vital part of Leicestershire County Councils operational goals and services and use of HVO will help towards that goal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77710a7e-6fb2-4ddb-b0b6-e20482bd4761
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£32,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
11 May 2025 - 8 Sep 2025 1-6 months
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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CERTAS ENERGY PREVIOUSLY KNOWN AS GB OILS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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