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Energy Consultant 2026-2030

GENTOO GROUP

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

20 May 2026 at 13:18

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

11 May 2026 at 07:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Gentoo Group, a public undertaking based in Sunderland, UK, is currently in the tender stage for the appointment of an Energy Consultant to manage and secure utilities such as gas, electricity, and water for their extensive property portfolio. This procurement, titled "Energy Consultant 2026-2030," falls under the services industry category, specifically for energy and related services. The tender process is managed through an open competition with a gross value of £60,000. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 11th June 2026, and the contract period begins on 1st October 2026. The procurement method aligns with the "Below threshold - open competition," allowing electronic submission of bids.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in energy consultancy services, particularly those experienced in strategic procurement, contract management, and advisory services. The project entails not only contract management but also ensures best value in utility management for Gentoo Group's expansive portfolio, which includes numerous gas and electricity meters. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this project particularly advantageous due to its suitability criteria. The contract offers potential extensions of two additional twelve-month periods, allowing for sustainable business growth and long-term engagement with a noteworthy public sector client. Suitable businesses should position themselves to deliver high-quality services as the evaluation criteria focus heavily on quality (70%) alongside cost considerations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Energy Consultant 2026-2030

Notice Description

Procure an energy consultant to act for Gentoo Group Ltd. Gentoo Group is seeking to appoint an Energy Consultant to manage and secure utilities (gas, electricity and water) across our property portfolio. The consultant will provide strategic procurement, contract management, monitoring and advisory services to ensure best value for Gentoo Group and its customers. Gentoo Group Limited has a utility portfolio consisting of an energy and site intensive portfolio of over 89 gas and 376 electricity meters. Gentoo Group Limited's supply contracts are due for renewal 30/09/2026.

Planning Information

The tender pack will be published on Genbuy at a later date. We anticipate the tender will be published in mid May 2026 Submission address and any special instructions https://app.panacea-software.com/gentoo/ Suppliers should register on the new Central Digital Platform (Find a Tender) to store, update, and share core business information (qualifications, financial data, exclusions) to bid for public contracts under the Procurement Act 2023. Registration involves creating a GOV.UK One Login, setting up an organization profile, and generating a share code for tender submissions. Buyers and Suppliers: How to use the Central Digital Platform, the enhanced Find a Tender service (HTML) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-act-2023-short-guides/buyers-and-suppliers-how-to-use-the-central-digital-platform-the-enhanced-find-a-tender-service-html Guidance: Central Digital Platform and Publication of Information (HTML) Updated 20 April 2026 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-act-2023-guidance-documents-procure-phase/guidance-central-digital-platform-and-publication-of-information-html

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069535
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046424-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
19 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENTOO GROUP
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR3 3XR
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC23 Sunderland
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Doxford
Westminster Constituency
Houghton and Sunderland South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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