Planning

ESCC-Provision of Electricity and Gas

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

07 May 2026 at 07:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Electricity and Gas" is currently in the planning stage, initiated by East Sussex County Council. This procurement focuses on the public utilities sector within the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKJ22 region. The planned contract period is from 19th September 2027 to 18th September 2028. The procurement method is selective, using an award under a framework, which indicates a competitive process designed to engage suitable suppliers for these services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the utilities sector, particularly those providing electricity and gas services. Companies with experience in handling public utility contracts would be well-suited to compete, given the procurement's objective to secure reliable energy supplies for a government authority. Participating in this tender could bolster a company's portfolio, enhancing its reputation and expanding its footprint within the public sector. Moreover, the competitive nature of the procurement ensures a robust selection process, potentially benefiting businesses with innovative energy solutions.

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Notice Title

ESCC-Provision of Electricity and Gas

Notice Description

Provision of Electricity and Gas for East Sussex County Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0692d8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041699-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

65000000 - Public utilities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Sep 2027 - 18 Sep 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
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)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ22 East Sussex CC

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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