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title: "Supply of Gas"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-38d200f6-a892-4fd5-90f0-cf4e568d45f0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE)"
published: "2025-02-24"
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# Supply of Gas

Buyer: OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38d200f6-a892-4fd5-90f0-cf4e568d45f0

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## Summary

The Open University, based in Milton Keynes, has completed a procurement process for the supply of mains gas under the industry category of public utilities. The contract, identified as OUPA11255, has been awarded through the procurement stage of 'Award' following a direct award from The Energy Consortium (TEC) Framework TECPR0C028 Lot 1. The supplier, Corona Energy Retail, will provide gas to the university’s buildings starting from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2028. The total value of the contract is £3,400,000 GBP, and it is aimed at a selective procurement method focused on calling off from a framework agreement.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the energy sector, particularly those capable of participating in framework agreements and delivering large-scale utilities. SMEs may find growth opportunities by getting involved as sub-contractors or providing ancillary services to larger firms like Corona Energy Retail. The long-term nature of this contract indicates potential for stability and sustained engagement, making it ideal for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the public utilities sector.

## Notice

The Open University have engaged with The Energy Consortium (TEC) to secure an energy contract for gas. The University has awarded to a energy supplier to provide the Universities buildings with gas. A direct award was made from the TEC Framework TECPR0C028 Lot 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6841d8-d501-4770-8a77-cdd11f360c2e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,400,000 |
| 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 | OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE) |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK7 6AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Monkston |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CORONA ENERGY RETAIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09121200 - Mains gas
- 65000000 - Public utilities

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2025 at 15:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6841d8-d501-4770-8a77-cdd11f360c2e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6841d8-d501-4770-8a77-cdd11f360c2e
  24th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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