Award

Wirral Fuel Poverty Service

WIRRAL COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 Nov 2025 at 18:01

Tender

19 Jun 2025 at 22:13

Planning

28 May 2025 at 21:17

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by Wirral Council focuses on the "Wirral Fuel Poverty Service", aimed at addressing fuel poverty issues by enhancing home energy efficiency and lowering costs for Wirral residents. Situated in Wallasey, United Kingdom, the Council sought suppliers under the "services" category, specifically targeting health services, with a light touch regime. The procurement process adhered to an open competition method below the threshold, signifying inclusivity and fairness in selecting a supplier, which culminated at the award stage on 19th November 2025. The awarded contract, valid from 21st October 2025 to 20th October 2028, represents a substantial investment of GBP 477,636.

This opportunity is particularly favourable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations within the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector that specialise in energy efficiency and socio-economic development. By engaging in this contract, businesses can contribute to the local economy while building expertise and experience in managing comprehensive public service projects. The emphasis on quality and social value, as reflected in the evaluation criteria, further means that businesses with strong proposals across these areas could significantly improve their standing and capacity through successful delivery of the contract.

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Notice Title

Wirral Fuel Poverty Service

Notice Description

The Council is seeking to appoint a supplier to secure the services with the overall purpose to support Wirral residents struggling with fuel poverty by improving home energy efficiency, reducing costs and enhancing overall wellbeing. The service will address the immediate challenges of fuel poverty as well as build lasting resilience within Wirral's communities.

Planning Information

A pre-market engagement questionnaire is to be published on the Chest portal under the below title/reference: To assist in potential further tender processes, Wirral Council ('The Council') wishes to consult with organisations who have an interest in delivering Wirral Fuel Poverty service. Wirral Fuel Poverty Service - DN776332 Interested parties are invited to submit a response electronically via the Chest before the deadline of 12 Noon on 11th June 2025. Any questions should be raised via the 'messaging' section on the Chest portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052874
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075435-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£495,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£495,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£477,636 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
17 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
20 Oct 2025 - 20 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIRRAL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementpeople@wirral.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WALLASEY
Postcode
CH44 8ED
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD74 Wirral
Delivery Location
TLD74 Wirral

Local Authority
Wirral
Electoral Ward
Seacombe
Westminster Constituency
Wallasey

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENERGY PROJECTS PLUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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