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title: "GB-Chelmsford: 0599 - Energy Switching Partner for the 'Essex Energy Switch'"
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# GB-Chelmsford: 0599 - Energy Switching Partner for the 'Essex Energy Switch'

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c175673f-fad7-4150-b4ee-be882f59f110

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## Summary

The contract titled "GB-Chelmsford: 0599 - Energy Switching Partner for the 'Essex Energy Switch'" has been awarded to iChoosr by Essex County Council. The procurement, classified under energy-efficiency consultancy services, falls within the services category and is based in Chelmsford, located in the East of England. The contracting process was conducted via an open procedure, with the contract period running from 30 November 2018 to 1 December 2021. This tender, completed on 22 November 2017, involved a contract value of approximately £50,000, depending on the number of energy switches executed throughout its duration.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in energy management and consultancy services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could benefit from participating in future energy efficiency initiatives, as the procurement authority has indicated a preference for these entities in the tendering process. Companies that offer innovative solutions for energy cost reduction and that can effectively support the goal of mitigating fuel poverty in Essex are well-suited to explore growth avenues resulting from this engagement.

## Notice

The Authority has awarded a contract to deliver our Energy Switch strategy. This contract will develop, promote and operate a high-quality service on behalf of Essex County Council that enables the residents and commercial businesses (via a bureau service) of Essex to; 1. Switch gas and/or electricity providers and, 2. reduce energy costs based on their individual circumstances and, 3. support the Authority in its aim to reduce fuel poverty within the County of Essex. Additional information: The contracting authority considered that this contract was suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, selection of tenderers was based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Please note the value of the contract is approximate as this is variable depending upon the number of switches undertaken throughout the life of the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cf16882-441b-4a1f-b99c-8f038456b7b2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Nov 2018 - 1 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ICHOOSR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314000 - Energy and related services
- 71314200 - Energy-management services
- 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2019 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cf16882-441b-4a1f-b99c-8f038456b7b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cf16882-441b-4a1f-b99c-8f038456b7b2
  22nd January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=371994258
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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