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TenderUpdate

18 Mar 2026 at 16:05

Tender

18 Mar 2026 at 15:55

PlanningUpdate

02 Feb 2026 at 12:14

PlanningUpdate

13 Jan 2026 at 16:13

PlanningUpdate

13 Jan 2026 at 13:14

PlanningUpdate

12 Jan 2026 at 15:21

Planning

12 Jan 2026 at 14:54

Summary of the contracting process

Severn Trent Water Limited, along with Hafren Dyfrdwy Cyf, has initiated a tender process for the procurement of Fuel Card and EV Charge Card Services, focusing on the provision of diesel, petrol, and public network charging services. The tender is categorised under the services sector and is open for competitive flexible procedure. The procurement, undertaken mainly in Coventry, UK, with additional operation in Wrexham, highlights a significant investment worth £132 million gross to support the utilities industry. This active tender is in the "tenderUpdate" stage, with key deadlines outlined for the enquiry period ending on 3rd April 2026, the tender submission closing on 13th April 2026, and contract awards by 1st September 2026. The initiative aims to establish contracts starting from 30th September 2026 and lasting up to 29th September 2030, with potential extensions reaching up to 2036. Dilraj Singh Bharj is the contact point for this process, and submissions are to be conducted through the SAP Ariba system.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the utilities domain, particularly those experienced in fuel card services, vehicle refuelling, and EV charging solutions. It promises long-term partnerships, as indicated by renewable contracts with extension options. Given the broad range of services required, companies specialising in secure transactions, network access, and consolidated reporting will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should consider engaging due to the tender's acknowledgment of their suitability, as evidenced in the planning phase. The open competition aspect ensures diverse participation, thus creating a platform for businesses to innovate and strengthen their market presence in the UK utilities sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Fuel Card & EV Charge Card Services Tender

Notice Description

The provision of fuel cards for purchasing diesel and petrol at fuel stations, and EV charge cards for accessing public charging networks. This is not an exhaustive list, and additional required services are detailed within the tender documentation.

Lot Information

Provision of Fuel Card Services (Diesel & Petrol)

Provision of fuel card services for diesel and petrol and other additional services, including nationwide network access, secure transactions, and consolidated reporting.

Options: The Contracting Authorities reserves the right to introduce additional or enhanced services during the contract term where market developments, regulatory changes, or operational requirements necessitate such additions.

Renewal: The initial contract term is four (4) years, with optional extension periods of up to three (3) years, followed by a further optional extension of up to three (3) years.

Provision of EV Charge Card Services (Public Network Charging)

Provision of EV charge card services for public network charging and other additional services, including nationwide access to charging networks, secure transactions, and consolidated reporting.

Options: The Contracting Authorities reserves the right to introduce additional or enhanced services during the contract term where market developments, regulatory changes, or operational requirements necessitate such additions.

Renewal: The initial contract term is four (4) years, with optional extension periods of up to three (3) years, followed by a further optional extension of up to three (3) years.

Planning Information

Please complete the form link below to understand more about our requirement and to register your interest on future updates regarding this opportunity: https://forms.office.com/e/JdZNPG7AWH

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0603d5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024792-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

09132000 - Petrol

09134000 - Gas oils

09310000 - Electricity

30163000 - Charge cards

30163100 - Agency fuel cards

63712600 - Vehicle refuelling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£110,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2030 4-5 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
SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED
Additional Buyers

HAFREN DYFRDWY CYFYNGEDIG

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2LZ
Postcode Area
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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