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title: "WME 001 - A Framework Agreement for the Supply of Natural Gas on a Flexible Basis and the Provision of Associated Services"
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# WME 001 - A Framework Agreement for the Supply of Natural Gas on a Flexible Basis and the Provision of Associated Services

Buyer: SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d080d99d-858b-4e3a-a1d8-d853b63e95ac

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## Summary

The procurement process for the framework agreement for the supply of natural gas on a flexible basis and the provision of associated services has been completed by Shropshire Council. The contract was awarded on 15th October 2024, and the awarded supplier is TotalEnergies Gas & Power Limited. This procurement falls under the industry category of mains gas and is valued at £100,000,000. The framework agreement will cater to various regions including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and other international locations. The contract period starts on 1st April 2026 and ends on 31st March 2030. This procurement was conducted using an open procedure, allowing broad participation from potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the energy sector, especially those with the capacity to supply natural gas on a flexible basis and offer associated services. Although the awarded supplier, TotalEnergies Gas & Power Limited, is a large entity, businesses looking to expand into energy provision can explore subcontracting opportunities or future tenders in similar frameworks. Companies with robust logistical capabilities and experience in large-scale energy supply, particularly those that can provide additional services related to natural gas distribution, would find this type of tender well-suited to their expertise.

## Notice

This is an award notice for a framework agreement for the supply of natural gas on a flexible basis and the provision of associated services to the customers of West Mercia Energy (WME) in its constituent authorities' areas of Shropshire, Herefordshire, Telford & Wrekin and Worcestershire together with other customers of West Mercia Energy (current and potential) as identified in the Instructions for Tendering document. The framework agreement is with one Contractor and will commence upon signature for a period up to 31 March 2030, allowing for forward purchasing for the supply period, with the period of supply commencing 1st April 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea1d7c79-f16f-401f-bd9b-b786679aec55 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000,000 |
| 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 | SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHREWSBURY |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY2 6ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire |
| Local authority | Shropshire |
| Electoral ward | Abbey |
| Westminster constituency | Shrewsbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TOTALENERGIES GAS & POWER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09121200 - Mains gas

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2024 at 13:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea1d7c79-f16f-401f-bd9b-b786679aec55

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea1d7c79-f16f-401f-bd9b-b786679aec55
  30th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=899532078
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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