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Energy Supply Demand Pool Manager

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL

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27 Jun 2026 at 12:37

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bristol City Council is actively seeking a Demand Pool Manager to oversee its sleeved pool electricity supply arrangement, which emphasizes the delivery of zero-carbon, locally generated electricity. This procurement process falls under the energy-management services category and is happening in Bristol, UK (Region UKK11). The procurement is currently in the tender stage with submissions invited until 25th August 2026. This open procurement method employs a competitive flexible procedure, conducted in two stages: an initial capability assessment followed by a detailed evaluation based on both price and quality, specifically 60% pricing and 40% quality. The contract, valued at £33,000,000, is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2027 and may extend until 2031 if the renewal option is enacted.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in energy-management services, particularly those capable of navigating dynamic electricity markets while advancing sustainability agendas. Companies with expertise in demand-side energy management and experience with large-scale, environmentally focused projects would find this contract particularly appealing. The tender favours suppliers who can balance cost with quality, offering a substantial growth potential for firms equipped to deliver innovative solutions aligned with municipal energy goals. The opportunity invites competitive bids from businesses looking to establish or deepen partnerships in the public sector, especially those proficient in sustainable energy practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Energy Supply Demand Pool Manager

Notice Description

Bristol City Council (BCC) is seeking a capable and committed Demand Pool Manager (DPM) to operate the demand-side of its Sleeved Pool electricity supply arrangement. This innovative model delivers locally generated, zero-carbon electricity to BCC, supporting the city's net zero ambitions and reducing exposure to wholesale market volatility.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension of contracted services by 1 year ( 12 months)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06beae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060552-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71314200 - Energy-management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£33,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£33,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 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
BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK11 Bristol, City of
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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