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SMS (MOP)

PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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02 Mar 2026 at 15:21

Summary of the contracting process

Portsmouth City Council has concluded a procurement process for services within the energy industry, specifically related to energy meters and energy-management services. The contract, titled "SMS (MOP)", has been awarded to SMS Energy Services Ltd, designating them as the Meter Operative for the council's half-hourly meters and photovoltaic portfolio. Located in Portsmouth, on the south coast of England, the council conducted this process under the legal framework established by UKPGA 2023/54, adhering to a procurement method described as "Below threshold - unknown". The contract award was completed on 2nd March 2026, with the contract period commencing on 23rd February 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2030. Although the procurement stage has passed from tender to award, Portsmouth City Council remains an active participant and buyer in regional energy service procurement.

This tender provides significant business opportunities, particularly for firms involved in energy management and related services. SMEs like SMS Energy Services Ltd, based in Cardiff, are well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes, bringing specialised expertise and agile capabilities to address the requirements of public authorities like Portsmouth City Council. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate business growth through expanded portfolios and regular, predictable revenue streams, while contributing to regional energy management initiatives. Eligible businesses with the capabilities to support energy service delivery and management should consider participation in future opportunities of similar nature for strategic expansion in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

SMS (MOP)

Notice Description

Portsmouth City Council have nominated SMS Energy Services LTD to be the Meter Operative for the HH meters and PV portfolio

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065ff3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018567-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

38551000 - Energy meters

71314200 - Energy-management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,776 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2AL
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMS ENERGY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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