Planning

BHCC JB Strategic Energy Partnership

BRIGHTON AND HOVE CITY COUNCIL

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23 Mar 2026 at 14:52

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
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11 Feb 2026 at 08:11

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

10 Feb 2026 at 16:51

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Brighton and Hove City Council, a sub-central government public authority, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "BHCC JB Strategic Energy Partnership." This project aims to establish a Strategic Energy Partnership to deliver energy decarbonisation projects, advancing the city's progress towards net zero. Based in Hove, UK, the council is engaged in Preliminary Market Engagement, which is set to culminate on 27 March 2026. The formal procurement process is anticipated to start in Autumn 2026, with the contract running from 1 September 2027 to 31 August 2042, potentially extending until 2052. The procurement focuses on large-scale energy management and environmental consultancy services, valued up to £600 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in energy management and environmental consultancy to contribute to a transformative project within Brighton and Hove. Companies involved in infrastructure or similar sectors with experience in large-scale projects may find this partnership particularly advantageous. The procurement process is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, offering inclusive opportunities to engage and mobilise investment for decarbonisation efforts. By participating, businesses can leverage the partnership for long-term economic growth, aligning with the city’s net-zero objectives and driving sustainable development. Potential participants are encouraged to review the SEP Prospectus and related materials to understand and prepare for the forthcoming procurement phases.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BHCC JB Strategic Energy Partnership

Notice Description

Brighton & Hove City Council (BHCC) is seeking to engage with organisations that have suitable experience in largescale energy, infrastructure, or related sectors, in relation to the forthcoming opportunity to form a Strategic Energy Partnership (SEP). The SEP will deliver energy decarbonisation projects at pace and scale, accelerating the whole city's progress towards net zero. Prior to undertaking the formal procurement process, which is targeted to commence in Autumn 2026, BHCC is seeking to undertake Preliminary Market Engagement (PME). The purpose of this engagement is to consult with the market to refine the council's requirements, explore partnership and commercial models, and shape the procurement approach. Through this early engagement, BHCC aims to secure a commercially viable partnership structure that can mobilise investment, accelerate delivery, and support the city's long-term decarbonisation, economic, and social objectives. Please note this PME notice is not a call for competition nor an invitation to tender. Participation in this PME exercise will not influence future procurement decisions. If you wish to participate in this exercise, please visit https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/net-zero/strategic-energy-partnership-net-zero to access the SEP Prospectus, PME Information Document, webinar recording, questionnaires, and key dates.

Planning Information

Should you have any questions regarding the requirement or completion of this form, please e-mail net.zero@brighton-hove.gov.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064d32
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026345-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71314200 - Energy-management services

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 20268 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2042 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRIGHTON AND HOVE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HOVE
Postcode
BN3 3BQ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Central Hove
Westminster Constituency
Hove and Portslade

Further Information

Notice Documents

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