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Howard Partnership Trust - Fixed Gas Supply Products

THE HOWARD PARTNERSHIP TRUST

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25 Jun 2025 at 13:38

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25 Jun 2025 at 09:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by The Howard Partnership Trust, in collaboration with Ginger Energy Limited, was titled "Howard Partnership Trust - Fixed Gas Supply Products". The procurement was for the provision of fixed price natural gas supply and was conducted under an open procedure as per the Procurement Act 2023. The contract, valued at £1,600,000 with gross amounting to £1,920,000, was set to commence on 1 October 2025, with potential extensions for up to four years. Located in Effingham, United Kingdom, this tender fell within the utilities industry category. The tender period was scheduled to conclude by 21 July 2025, with a preceding enquiry period ending on 14 July 2025. Unfortunately, the tender process was cancelled on 25 June 2025 due to an error, and a new procurement opportunity is expected to be announced subsequently.

This tender presented a significant opportunity for energy suppliers, particularly those registered with Ofgem and possessing a valid GB Supply Licence, to secure a lengthy and potentially lucrative contract. The procurement process was tailored to attract a diverse range of participants, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), encouraging competition and innovation within the market. Its emphasis on providing a comprehensive pricing proposal and operational excellence aligned with service delivery standards could offer substantial growth prospects for businesses capable of delivering reliable, efficient, and scalable energy solutions. Such businesses would benefit from leveraging this tender to enhance their market presence and forge long-term relationships in public sector energy procurement.

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Notice Title

Howard Partnership Trust - Fixed Gas Supply Products

Notice Description

The requirement is for the provision of fixed price natural gas supply in accordance with the specifications set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT). The contract is due to commence on 1 October 2025 and may include the addition of further sites during the term. The initial contract period is 24 months, with the option to extend, up to a maximum duration of 4 years. The procurement will be conducted in line with the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring a fair, transparent, and competitive process to identify the most advantageous tender for our client.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Following the expiry of the initial fixed term, the Contracting Authority reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to extend the contract. Any extension shall be subject to the Authority's requirements at the relevant time and may be structured in a manner deemed appropriate by the Authority. The decision to exercise this option, and the form it may take, rests solely with the Contracting Authority. Under no circumstances shall the total contract duration, including any extensions, exceed four (4) years from the initial commencement date. This extension provision is made in accordance with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring transparency, fairness, and value throughout the contract lifecycle.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055311
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035111-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09123000 - Natural gas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
2029-06-29

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE HOWARD PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Additional Buyers

GINGER ENERGY LIMITED

MISSING

Contact Name
Becky Maipambe, Derek Smith
Contact Email
becky.maipambe@gingerenergy.co.uk, derek.smith@thpt.org.uk
Contact Phone
+447414607252, +447494251795

Buyer Location

Locality
EFFINGHAM
Postcode
KT24 5JR
Post Town
Kingston upon Thames
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

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