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title: "Supply of Natural Gas Framework"
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# Supply of Natural Gas Framework

Buyer: SOUTH WEST ESSEX COMMUNITY EDUCATION TRUST LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dc89bf7c-47d6-40e2-a434-721a84faa016

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## Summary

SOUTH WEST ESSEX COMMUNITY EDUCATION TRUST LIMITED is looking to secure reliable supplies of Natural Gas through an open procurement procedure. The tender, titled "Supply of Natural Gas Framework," falls under the industry category of Natural Gas (CPV 09123000) and will cover England, Scotland, and Wales. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with key deadlines including the tender submission deadline on 7 April 2025 at 10:00 BST and the contract period starting on 28 April 2025, running until 27 April 2027. All tenders must be submitted electronically, and communication is to be conducted via the email address Gasframework@zenergi.co.uk.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs to expand their business by securing a position within a long-term framework that ensures steady demand for natural gas. Businesses specialising in energy supply, particularly those with a focus on natural gas, will find this framework particularly advantageous. Given the open procedure and the preference for electronic submission, companies that are adept in such competitive processes are well-suited to participate. The procurement framework encourages growth and stability for businesses capable of meeting the requirements stipulated by the Procurement Act 2023.

## Notice

The Framework will provide contracting authorities with the opportunity to secure reliable supplies of Natural Gas by way of Framework call-offs in compliance with the Procurement Act 2023. There will be a requirement for all tenders to be submitted electronically rather than by hard copy. Any and all communication in relation to this tender must be via the following email address Gasframework@zenergi.co.uk. In order to ensure that all Tenderers stay up to date with tender progress and any questions that may be raised, please email the Contact Address with your company name and contact details at the earliest opportunity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05347aca-64e9-4df6-b770-76d1b0e0c9a0 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Apr 2025 - 27 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | SOUTH WEST ESSEX COMMUNITY EDUCATION TRUST LIMITED |
| Locality | GRAYS |
| Post town | Romford |
| Postcode | RM16 2QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH32 Thurrock |
| Local authority | Thurrock |
| Electoral ward | Little Thurrock Blackshots |
| Westminster constituency | Thurrock |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09123000 - Natural gas

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2025 at 14:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05347aca-64e9-4df6-b770-76d1b0e0c9a0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05347aca-64e9-4df6-b770-76d1b0e0c9a0
  11th March 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f09fd76e-f6fd-497a-985a-8ff6ccbc6069
  The invitation to tender (bidding document) sets out the requirements of this procurement exercise. Please ensure you read this thoroughly and respond by completing the required sections.
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b16f2c50-9ea8-409a-af1f-909c4dcd6f5e
  Appendix 1 (contract draft) gives details of the proposed Framework to be entered into by successful tenderers.

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