This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

26 May 2026 at 10:16

Planning

21 Nov 2025 at 08:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Home Group Limited, a sub-central government public authority, focuses on tendering for a heat network Metering and Billing provider. This contract, titled "Heat Networks Metering & Billing," falls under the services industry category, specifically dealing with meter reading services. The procurement is currently in the planning stage with the process scheduled to commence on 19th October 2026 and conclude by 18th October 2030. The project spans multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, and others. The procurement method being employed is an open procedure, with a future notice date set for 1st June 2026. Given the above-threshold nature of this project, it presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in metering and billing services.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in heat network management, repair and maintenance of metering equipment, and expertise in installation or retrofit of heat metering systems and related components. Firms with a focus on innovative metering solutions and efficient billing processes will find this an ideal opportunity to expand their market presence. The contract's extensive geographical coverage across the UK also presents firms with the chance to broaden their operational footprint, enhancing their capabilities and securing a stable revenue stream over the course of the contract period. Additionally, businesses capable of engaging in pre-market activities and understanding public sector procurement dynamics will be well-positioned to successfully compete for this opportunity.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Heat Networks Metering & Billing

Notice Description

Home Group Limited is looking to procure a heat network Metering and Billing (M&B) provider to undertake the following services: - Annual Metering and Billing of heat network units - Repair & maintenance of heat network metering equipment - Installation/retrofit of heat meters, solenoid valves and Secure Meters

Planning Information

Engagement will be undertaken on an individual organisation basis. In the first instance please get in touch with Home Group procurement and you will directed to those carrying out the engagement. Please note, this is pre-market engagement. Not a formal opportunity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e5f2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048535-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

65500000 - Meter reading service

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 4BX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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