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Award

14 Jul 2026 at 12:21

TenderUpdate

29 May 2026 at 09:10

Tender

18 May 2026 at 20:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Howard Partnership Trust has concluded a procurement process for fixed electricity supply products. The process was facilitated through an open procedure in compliance with the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement was managed by Ginger Energy Limited, serving as the independent energy consultancy overseeing the process. The contract, due to start on 1 October 2026, covers various UK locations and runs for an initial period of 36 months, with a possible extension to a maximum of four years. The contract award, dated 14 July 2026, has been granted to Conrad Energy (Trading) Ltd for a value of £3,000,000 excluding VAT, with the procurement identified under CPV code 09310000 (Electricity). The award is tagged under the "goods" category and involves adding additional sites during the contract term.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, particularly for businesses operating within the energy supply sector. Organisations that are capable of providing a reliable, fixed-price electricity supply can find a good fit with projects such as these, which are designed to identify the most advantageous tender offers under fair and competitive conditions. Opportunities exist for companies, large or small, that hold a valid GB Supply Licence and are approved by Ofgem, as these are the key prerequisites for participation. As such, this tender could catalyse business growth and industry positioning for suppliers eager to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Howard Partnership Trust - Electricity Fixed Supply Products

Notice Description

The requirement is for the provision of fixed price electricity in accordance with the specifications set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT). The contract is due to commence on 1 October 2026 and may include the addition of further sites during the term. The initial contract period is 36 months, with the option to extend, up to a maximum duration of 4 years. The procurement will be conducted in line with the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring a fair, transparent, and competitive process to identify the most advantageous tender for our client.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: To include additional sites

Renewal: Following the expiry of the initial fixed term, the Contracting Authority reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to extend the contract. Any extension shall be subject to the Authority's requirements at the relevant time and may be structured in a manner deemed appropriate by the Authority. The decision to exercise this option, and the form it may take, rests solely with the Contracting Authority. Under no circumstances shall the total contract duration, including any extensions, exceed four (4) years from the initial commencement date. This extension provision is made in accordance with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring transparency, fairness, and value throughout the contract lifecycle.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069b74
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066132-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

09310000 - Electricity

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-05-18

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Howard Partnership Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EFFINGHAM
Postcode
KT24 5JR
Postcode Area
Kingston upon Thames
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Effingham
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Conrad Energy Group Limited

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