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Local Area Energy Plan: Commercialisation

SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL

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12 May 2026 at 09:22

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Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield City Council, a public authority under sub-central government, has moved to the award stage of the procurement process for the "Local Area Energy Plan: Commercialisation" project. This initiative aims to drive Sheffield towards a low-carbon future while fostering a green economy. The procurement, designated for energy-management services, falls under the services category and has been completed through a limited competition method, which was below the threshold. The contract was awarded to EP Group Corporate Holdings Ltd on 12th May 2026, and it will run from the same date until 11th November 2026, with a total contract value of £94,638. The project is set to identify and develop a series of green initiatives aimed at achieving net-zero emissions within the city.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, especially for firms specializing in energy management and sustainability consulting. The initiative not only focuses on sustainable development but also promises to bolster economic and social benefits within the green sector. SMEs involved in energy management services, in particular, are well-positioned to compete, given the nature of services required. With the increasing emphasis on sustainability and climate change solutions, businesses in these sectors can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and establish key partnerships in a rapidly evolving market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Local Area Energy Plan: Commercialisation

Notice Description

Sheffield City Council has the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering a just transition to a low-carbon future for the city, while supporting a growing and inclusive green economy. To identify the most effective pathway to net zero and realise the associated environmental, economic and social benefits, the Council's Sustainability and Climate Change Team is leading the development of a Local Area Energy Plan (LAEP). We require a consultant to translate the outputs of the first stage into a credible and categorised pipeline of projects.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06966a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043337-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71314200 - Energy-management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£94,638 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Contract Period
12 May 2026 - 11 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EP GROUP CORPORATE HOLDINGS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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