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08 Jul 2026 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The DELTA Academies Trust is currently soliciting tenders for the procurement of natural gas supplies, specifically targeting Academies in Yorkshire and the Humber. Categorised under goods procurement, the process is managed through an open procedure ensuring fair competition among bidders. The tender phase is active, with submissions being accepted electronically via their website until 4th August 2026. Subsequent bid opening and award periods will begin on 5th August 2026. The total contract value is estimated at £5,000,000 and will cover a contract period of 1080 days. This opportunity falls within the education industry sector and is specifically located in the UKE region.

This tender offers a promising avenue for businesses involved in natural gas supply, particularly those experienced in servicing educational institutions. Companies that can provide metered gas supplies and have efficient logistic capabilities in Yorkshire and the Humber would find this contract highly beneficial. The open procurement method and acceptance of variant bids allow for a substantial degree of creative and competitive bidding, making this a prime opportunity for growing businesses seeking long-term engagements in the public sector. Interested parties should ensure their submissions are completed in English and comply with the electronic submission process detailed by the DELTA Academies Trust.

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Notice Title

Procurement of Gas Supplies

Notice Description

Provision of gas supplies to Academies in Yorkshire and the Humber

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of metered gas supplies to Academies in Yorkshire and the Humber

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c6a5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064329-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KNOTTINGLEY
Postcode
WF11 0EP
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Knottingley
Westminster Constituency
Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley

Further Information

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