Award

The supply of Mains Electricity to Diocese of Ely Multi Academy Trust x 44 NHH meters.

THE DIOCESE OF ELY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Sep 2025 at 14:48

Tender

18 Jul 2025 at 08:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust, a public authority in the UK, has successfully completed the tender for supplying mains electricity to its 44 NHH meters. This procurement process focused on the energy sector within the UKH1 region and was conducted through a selective, competitive flexible procedure, reflecting the trust's strategic objective of securing a cost-effective energy supply. Key dates in the process included the signing of the contract on 18th August 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1st October 2025 and conclude on 30th September 2028. SSE Energy Supply Limited has been awarded the contract, valued at approximately £867,698 in total gross amount. The planned contract duration is between 12 to 36 months, demonstrating flexibility contingent on future energy demands and market conditions.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in energy supply and management. Companies with strong credentials, including registration with Ofgem, technical capabilities such as smart meter installation, and efficient billing systems, are poised well to compete in such tenders. Moreover, businesses offering innovative value-added services like comprehensive customer service and account management can enhance their prospects. The competitive focus on flexible procedures, coupled with potential multi-term contracts, outlines a lucrative pathway for enterprises adept at navigating volatile energy markets and capable of delivering reliable and efficient energy solutions to institutional clients.

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Notice Title

The supply of Mains Electricity to Diocese of Ely Multi Academy Trust x 44 NHH meters.

Notice Description

The supply of Mains Electricity to Diocese of Ely Multi Academy Trust x 44 NHH meters. Contract Start Date 01/10/25. Total estimated volume 1.2 GWH per annum. The contract will likely be for 12, 24 or 36 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0561de
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056651-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
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

09310000 - Electricity

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£809,742 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£809,742 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£826,379 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 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
THE DIOCESE OF ELY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Additional Buyers

INDIGO SWAN LIMITED

Contact Name
STEPH HARPER
Contact Email
facilities@demat.org.uk, findatender@indigoswan.co.uk
Contact Phone
01603 724899

Buyer Location

Locality
ELY
Postcode
CB7 4JU
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH1 East Anglia

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Mancroft
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SSE ENERGY SUPPLY

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