Tender

Redhill Academy Trust - gas supplies

REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST

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Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 15:44

Summary of the contracting process

The Redhill Academy Trust, a public authority operating under sub-central government, has initiated a tender for the supply of gas to several of its schools. This tender, titled "Redhill Academy Trust - gas supplies," falls under the goods category, focusing on mains and natural gas. Located in Nottingham, UK, the procurement process is currently at the tender stage. The competitive procedure being employed is a selective, dynamic market format, allowing for greater flexibility and transparency. Important deadlines include the tender and award periods ending on 11th February 2026, with the subsequent contract period set to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2028. The estimated contract value is £250,000, and interested suppliers must submit their bids through the Redhill Academy Trust e-tendering portal.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers within the energy sector that specialise in mains and natural gas distribution. Given the structure of the Redhill Academy Trust's Dynamic Market, businesses that are agile and capable of meeting specific membership conditions are well-suited to compete. The procurement process is open to a wide range of entities, including but not limited to academy trusts, local authorities, universities, NHS trusts, and various emergency services. This expansive scope offers suppliers the chance to broaden their network and secure substantial contracts. The use of a dynamic market allows new suppliers to join at any time, hence fostering a competitive environment favourable to business expansion and innovation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Redhill Academy Trust - gas supplies

Notice Description

Gas supplies to several Redhill Academy Trust schools The Redhill Academy Trust Dynamic Market for Electricity and Gas is a list of qualified suppliers who meet specific membership conditions and are eligible to participate in future procurements. Unlike traditional frameworks or Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS), Dynamic Markets: - Remain open to new suppliers at any time - Can be used for any type of goods, services, or works (except concession contracts) - Are not contracts themselves, but tools to facilitate procurement For more details, please refer to the official guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-act-2023-guidance-documents-define-phase/guidance-dynamic-markets-html The aim is to ensure fair, transparent, and competitive access to electricity and gas supply contracts for Redhill Academy Trust. This Dynamic Market is also open to other contracting bodies. Supplier Registration: Suppliers must register on the Redhill Academy Trust e-tendering portal to access tender documentation. All clarifications and questions must be submitted via the portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/redhillacademytrust/aspx/Tenders/Current Other public authorities which may use this Dynamic Market includes but is not limited to: - Academy Trusts, Universities, schools and colleges (see https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/Search?SelectedTab=Establishments, and https://www.universitiesuk.ac.uk/about-us/our-members) - Local authorities (see https://uk-air.defra.gov.uk/links?view=la) - Police, Fire Brigade, Ambulance services (see https://www.police.uk/pu/find-a-police-force/, https://nfcc.org.uk/contacts/fire-and-rescue-services/ , https://aace.org.uk/uk-ambulance-service/) - NHS Trusts, Practices and other healthcare organisations -(see https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/nhs-provider-directory/) - Charitable organisations (see https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060ffe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007225-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09121200 - Mains gas

09123000 - Natural gas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 20261 day to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
stephen.ball@costadvice.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG5 8GX
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gedling
Electoral Ward
Redhill
Westminster Constituency
Gedling

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