Tender

SUPPLY OF MAINS ELECTRICITY TO KENDAL COLLEGE X 7 HH METERS APRIL 2026

KENDAL COLLEGE

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Tender

17 Feb 2026 at 13:18

Summary of the contracting process

Kendal College, situated in Kendal, United Kingdom, is inviting tenders for the supply of mains electricity to seven half-hourly meters starting April 2026. The procurement, tagged under the electricity industry category, aims to award a contract valued at £278,000 to support its operational needs. The process, currently at the tender stage, requires expressions of interest to be submitted by 28 February 2026, with the award decision expected by 16 March 2026. This competitive tender, driven by the urgency of fluctuating energy prices, employs a selective procurement method under a competitive flexible procedure, ensuring the college selects a supplier adept at navigating dynamic market conditions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for energy suppliers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, to expand their business by securing a potentially recurring contract. Ideal contenders will hold a valid OFGEM licence and meet stringent economic and technical criteria such as offering credit-checked approval for contracting parties and providing renewable pricing options. Suppliers that excel in providing robust account management, customer service, and billing solutions could particularly benefit from this opportunity, as the college prioritises value-added services alongside competitive pricing. This contract is an excellent prospect for businesses that can deliver on key requirements while accommodating the urgent timelines specified by the college.

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Notice Title

SUPPLY OF MAINS ELECTRICITY TO KENDAL COLLEGE X 7 HH METERS APRIL 2026

Notice Description

SUPPLY OF MAINS ELECTRICITY TO KENDAL COLLEGE X 7 HH METERS APRIL 2026 CONTRACT START DATE 01/04/26 TOTAL ESTIMATED VOLUME 0.8 GWH PER ANNUM CONTRACTS CONSIDERED FOR 12 MONTHS

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065600
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014306-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
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


CPV Codes

09310000 - Electricity

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£278,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£278,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2027-02-17

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENDAL COLLEGE
Contact Name
Tim Ashberry
Contact Email
tim.ashberry@kendal.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KENDAL
Postcode
LA9 5AY
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal Highgate
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Further Information

Notice Documents

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