Provision of Gas Renewal Services - Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership

MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP

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Tender

24 Jun 2026 at 10:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership is currently at the tender stage for the "Provision of Gas Renewal Services," with the process managed by PHP Law LLP. This procurement, seeking services within the natural gas industry category, is taking place in Totnes, United Kingdom. The procurement is being executed through an open procedure, with a tender period concluding on 24th July 2026. Prospective businesses should note the importance of aligning with key milestones, including the contract commencement date set for 1st September 2026 and a potential duration ranging from 12 to 36 months depending on the most economically advantageous offer.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the energy sector, particularly those specialising in utility services management and contract coordination, given the nature of securing and managing gas supply transitions. The emphasis on criteria such as pricing strategies, service levels, and management capabilities suggests that companies with a strong track record in these areas stand a good chance of success. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically noted as suitable candidates, offering potential for these businesses to enhance their market presence and showcase their strengths in delivering compliant and efficient energy solutions to the education sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Gas Renewal Services - Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership

Notice Description

This Tender opportunity has been issued by ESOS Energy Ltd on behalf of Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership ("the Trust") and Tenderers are invited to Tender for the provision of Gas Renewal Services. The Contractor's gas renewal service will be responsible to secure and implement a new gas supply arrangement for the Trust and it' schools ahead of existing contract end dates, ensuring continuity of supply, compliance with applicable regulations, and transparent, auditable decision-making. The service typically covers coordination of site and meter data, market engagement and quotation management (or support to the Trust's chosen route to market), evaluation and award support, and onboarding/mobilisation with the incoming Contractor. Delivery will be planned around the contract expiry profile for each school and follows a defined sequence of activities from data validation through to contract start and live service commencement. The Contractor should provide a clear timeline, identified dependencies, and named points of contact for both operational delivery and escalation. The Contractor will operate appropriate governance and reporting throughout delivery, including regular status updates (e.g., weekly during active renewal windows), exception reporting for any at-risk sites, and confirmation that all communications and decisions are captured for audit purposes. Delivery must support the Trust's safeguarding, data protection and compliance requirements (including secure handling of site and billing data) and ensure that any third parties involved are clearly declared and managed. Typical performance measures include on-time renewals (before contract end), zero loss of supply incidents, accuracy of meter/site data, successful first-time billing (correct sites, rates and dates), and responsiveness to queries and escalations. The contract start date will be the 1st September 2026 and is to be for a period 12, 24 or 36 months, The actual contract term with the successful supplier will be determined based on which option represents the most economically advantageous outcome / best value for money, having regard to total contract cost, pricing profile, risk, and service delivery considerations

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Options: The contract term with will be for either 12, 24 or 36 months. The selection will be based on which term offers the lowest annual price for either 12, 24 or 36 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bbee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059319-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09123000 - Natural gas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Additional Buyers

PHP LAW LLP

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
TOTNES
Postcode
TQ9 5RW
Post Town
Torquay
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Radstock
Westminster Constituency
Frome and East Somerset

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