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05 May 2026 at 16:35

Summary of the contracting process

City College Norwich is seeking suppliers for the delivery of mains gas across three gas meters, with an estimated annual volume of 4.2 GWh. Located in Norwich, this procurement process has adopted a selective method due to the dynamic nature of the energy markets, necessitating an accelerated timeline under a state of urgency framework. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with expressions of interest due by 18th May 2026 and the award decision expected by 29th May 2026. The contract, valued at approximately £644,400, commences on 1st October 2026 and offers contract durations of 12, 24, or 36 months. This opportunity falls within the goods category, specifically addressing the supply of mains gas, and is marked above threshold, reflecting its significance.

The tender presents an excellent opportunity for energy suppliers registered with Ofgem and holding the requisite supply licences to expand their clientele by engaging with a prominent educational institution. The procurement process prioritises competitive pricing but also considers billing requirements, customer service, account management, and added value services, making it particularly advantageous for companies that can deliver comprehensive service packages. Suppliers capable of offering both green and brown pricing, efficient billing solutions, and consolidated account management will find this tender particularly suited to their strengths. The structured selection criteria ensure that capable, economically stable suppliers who can meet specific technical requirements are well-positioned to compete for this contract.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SUPPLY OF MAINS GAS TO CITY COLLEGE NORWICH X 3 GAS METERS 2026

Notice Description

SUPPLY OF MAINS GAS TO CITY COLLEGE NORWICH X 3 GAS METERS 2026 CONTRACT START DATE 01/10/26 TOTAL ESTIMATED VOLUME 4.2 GWH PER ANNUM CONTRACTS CONSIDERED FOR 12, 24 AND 36 MONTHS

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0691d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041220-2026
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
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£644,400 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£644,400 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 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
City College Norwich
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR2 2LJ
Postcode Area
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Town Close
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

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