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title: "Utility Metering & Associated Services Framework"
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# Utility Metering & Associated Services Framework

Buyer: COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a6c1859a-071a-4fe9-b319-96c1e4c0ec6d

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## Summary

Colchester City Council is overseeing the tender process for a "Utility Metering & Associated Services Framework," targeting the energy meters industry. This initiative, which falls under the goods category, aims to establish a framework agreement for utility metering operation agreements and utility data services. The project, managed by Axiom Utilities Ltd, is structured into two lots covering energy and water for either meter operation or data aggregation/collection. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with an open procedure. Interested parties must submit their bids by 28th March 2025, and the contract is expected to start on 1st May 2025 and run until 30th April 2029. The geographical scope of the project includes the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other international locations.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in energy metering or data services within the utility sector. Companies with expertise in providing compliant metering operations or advanced data analytics tools for energy and water will find this framework especially suitable. Engaging in such a multi-supplier framework can enhance market presence and provide long-term engagement opportunities with the public sector. The open procurement method ensures a fair competition, allowing new suppliers to challenge incumbents, encouraging innovation and cost-efficient solutions.

## Notice

Colchester City Council is creating a framework agreement for use by wider public sector for the provision of utility metering operation agreements, utility data collection services and utility data aggregation services. This will be a multi-supplier framework, designed to make the incumbent meter operators compliant as well as give the option for new supplier through competition. This opportunity to split in to two lots (bidders can apply for either or both): Lot1: Meter Operator - Energy and Water Lot 2: Data aggregator/ Data Collector - Energy and Water. Axiom Utilities Ltd are acting on behalf of the council in administering this framework agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b155bd12-d4fa-4aa0-8290-fe1c9e9da06a |
| Notice type | Tender 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO3 3WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38551000 - Energy meters

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2025 at 13:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b155bd12-d4fa-4aa0-8290-fe1c9e9da06a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b155bd12-d4fa-4aa0-8290-fe1c9e9da06a
  21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Colchester:-Energy-meters./858M9J466Z
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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