Tender

Invitation to tender for Keys Academies Trust energy broker services

PKAT

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Tender

26 Oct 2025 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Keys Academy Trust is actively seeking proposals for energy broker services. The buying organisation, PKAT, located in Peterborough, United Kingdom, invites qualified energy suppliers and consultants to engage in this tender, which falls under the services category of energy and related services. The current stage of this procurement is 'tender', with a submission deadline set for 21st November 2025, while inquiries can be made until 10th November 2025. The process is facilitated through an open competition method, falling below the threshold, and is part of PKAT's commitment to creating sustainable, cost-efficient learning environments.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses in the energy sector, particularly those specialising in energy-efficiency consultancy, energy-management services, and similar areas. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited for this opportunity, given their ability to provide innovative and cost-effective energy solutions. The successful bidder will have the chance to contribute to PKAT's long-term sustainability objectives and benefit from a renewable contract that initially spans three years, with the possibility of extension. This provides a stable platform for businesses aiming to expand their footprint within the educational sector's energy services.

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Notice Title

Invitation to tender for Keys Academies Trust energy broker services

Notice Description

Keys Academy Trust invites qualified energy suppliers and consultants to submit proposals for the provision of electricity and gas brokering and sustainability support across its family of schools. As a forward-thinking education trust committed to excellence, community, and sustainability, we are seeking an energy partner who can deliver competitive pricing while actively supporting our ambition to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental responsibility. This tender represents an opportunity to contribute to our long-term vision of creating sustainable, cost-efficient learning environments that empower our pupils and communities for the future.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Maximum 1 extensions of 24 months per extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d3c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068372-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

71314200 - Energy-management services

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PKAT
Contact Name
Howard Nelson
Contact Email
hnelson@pkat.co.uk
Contact Phone
01733 889124

Buyer Location

Locality
PETERBOROUGH
Postcode
PE3 9PN
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH41 Peterborough
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Peterborough
Electoral Ward
Ravensthorpe
Westminster Constituency
Peterborough

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