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Provision of a Public Buying Organisation (PBO) for the Supply of Energy (Gas and Electricity)

CORNWALL COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 Feb 2026 at 10:52

TenderUpdate

31 Oct 2025 at 10:41

Tender

19 Sep 2025 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Cornwall Council seeks to appoint a Public Buying Organisation (PBO) for the provision of energy, specifically gas and electricity, across the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, reflecting transparency and equal opportunity for interested parties. This contract is significant with a financial value of £22,000,000 GBP, aiming for a service commencement on 1st April 2027 and ending by 31st March 2031, with potential extensions totalling up to 8 years. The most recent award was pending as of 13th February 2026, and the tender process consisted of multiple stages including an enquiry deadline on 5th November 2025, and tender submission by 14th November 2025. Cornwall Council, based in Truro, is responsible for managing this contract, offering significant opportunities within the public utilities sector.

This procurement represents substantial growth potential for businesses in the utilities sector, especially those specialising in large-scale energy supply and management. Considering the robust contract value and the extensive duration, it provides long-term revenue certainty for successful bidders, particularly Laser Energy which has been awarded the contract. Although the market is relatively stable, businesses with innovative energy solutions and flexibility in service provision and asset management should consider this tender. The emphasis on quality and social value suggests that bidders with strong capabilities in sustainable energy practices may effectively compete in this procurement. The overarching goal is a reduction in energy demand, offering companies that specialise in energy efficiency and management the opportunity to offer value-added services throughout the contract term.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Public Buying Organisation (PBO) for the Supply of Energy (Gas and Electricity)

Notice Description

Cornwall Council seeks to procure a Public Buying Organisation (PBO) for the supply of gas and electricity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059e44
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013298-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

65000000 - Public utilities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£22,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£22,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
2033-03-31

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CORNWALL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tamsyn Willcocks
Contact Email
tamsyn.willcocks@cornwall.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1872322222

Buyer Location

Locality
TRURO
Postcode
TR1 3AY
Post Town
Truro
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Truro Boscawen & Redannick
Westminster Constituency
Truro and Falmouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LASER ENERGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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