Planning

BBC ENERGY ADVISORY SERVICES - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

BBC (BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION)

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 18:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), located at Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London. The project, titled "BBC ENERGY ADVISORY SERVICES - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION," falls under the industry category of Energy and related services. Currently in the planning stage, this tender focuses on the procurement of flexible electricity supply contracts for the BBC’s UK estate, including Northern Ireland, over a three-year period starting July 2025. Key deadlines include a scheduled milestone for engagement by 10th June 2025, and the contract period is set from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2027, with a potential extension to June 2028.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in energy consultancy and services, particularly those experienced with flexible contract management and public procurement processes. Companies capable of setting out flexible contract models, offering budget forecasts, and managing electricity consumption profiles are well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the contract is deemed suitable for SME participation. The opportunity promises growth for businesses able to provide in-depth advisory services aligning with public procurement regulations and energy cost assessments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BBC ENERGY ADVISORY SERVICES - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

Notice Description

To work with the BBC to manage flexible contracts for the supply of electricity to the BBC's UK estate (including Northern Ireland) for a period of 3 years from July 2025 providing advice and guidance as necessary. This will include (but may not be limited to)* Setting out the different types of flexible contracts and identifying the most appropriate model for the BBC giving consideration to refloating and tranche purchasing options * Working with BBC Procurement personnel to manage fully compliant competitive procurement process in accordance with UK Public Procurement Regulations (including identifying appropriate evaluation criteria and methodology) * Agreeing and submitting a consumption profile for electricity * Reviewing contract terms and conditions * Assessment of all non-energy costs including, but not limited to, management fees, balancing charges, transportation costs, Day Ahead Charges * Assessment of pure energy costs. Providing detailed budgets and Q2 forecast reports (by building) for all energy contracts (costs and volumes) * Quarterly performance and cost reviews - comparing hedged position to market position. To manage a flexible contract for the supply of electricity to the BBC's UK estate for a period of 3 years from July 2025.

Planning Information

The BBC is running an request for information to understand and work with the BBC to manage the procurement of flexible contracts for the supply of electricity to the BBC’s UK estate (including Northern Ireland) for a period of 3 years from July 2025 providing advice and guidance as necessary.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05253b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027185-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BBC (BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
no_reply@bbc.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1A 1AA
Post Town
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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