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title: "CA13297 - Utility Supply and Energy Management Solutions Framework"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX"
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# CA13297 - Utility Supply and Energy Management Solutions Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-120a7f57-5fac-4900-bc85-46b63cef0249

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## Summary

The University of Essex is seeking Utility Supply and Energy Management Solutions through a Framework Agreement. The procurement covers the supply of electricity, natural gas, water services, and energy management solutions. The contract value is £400 million, with a tender deadline of 4th March 2024. The contract period will be from 24th April 2024 to 23rd April 2027. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate.

This tender opportunity by the University of Essex offers a significant contract value suitable for businesses in the energy sector. Companies providing energy supply, management solutions, and related services should consider competing. The framework agreement aims to meet the utility needs of various public sector organisations in the UK, providing a broad market for interested suppliers. SMEs, in particular, are encouraged to explore this opportunity due to their suitability for the tender process.

## Notice

The Contracting Authority wishes to establish a Framework Agreement to meet the Utility Supply and Energy Management Solutions needs of the the University of Essex, https://www.essex.ac.uk/ and it is also open for use by all contracting authorities across the UK public sector (and any future successors to these organisations). These include (but not limited to) central government departments and agencies, Non Departmental Public Bodies, NHS bodies, Local Authorities, Police Authorities, Emergency Services, Educational Establishments, Hospices, Registered Charities, National Parks and Registered Social Landlords. Full details of the classification of eligible end user establishments and geographical areas is available at: https://www.dukefieldenergy.co.uk/fts-eligible-users There will be let across four Lots. There will be a maximum of 6 suppliers awarded a place on each of the Lots 1, 2 and 3 and a maximum of 15 suppliers on Lot 4. Includes Lots: Lot 1: Provision of Electricity Supply Lot 2: Provision of Natural Gas Supply Lot 3: Supply of Metered and Unmetered Water, Metered and Unmetered Wastewater, Trade Effluent Services and Ancillary Services Lot 4: Energy Management Solutions To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA13297. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA13297 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/128943ad-71d9-492d-96df-5453c513fea7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 21 May 2024 - 21 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 6 |
| Supplier names | BROOK GREEN SUPPLY; CENTRICA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS; CORENERGY; ECOTRICITY GROUP; SSE ENERGY SUPPLY; WATER PLUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2024 at 13:12 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/128943ad-71d9-492d-96df-5453c513fea7
- 31 Jan 2024 at 16:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/128943ad-71d9-492d-96df-5453c513fea7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/128943ad-71d9-492d-96df-5453c513fea7
  31st January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.dukefieldenergy.co.uk/fts-eligible-users
- https://www.essex.ac.uk/

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