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title: "Collective Energy Swtiching Scheme"
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# Collective Energy Swtiching Scheme

Buyer: DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f1174174-f845-4fec-8352-bf2bda71234d

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## Summary

Dover District Council is inviting tenders for the "Collective Energy Switching Scheme" aimed at delivering an IT-based solution for reverse auctions with energy suppliers. This procurement falls within the "Energy and related services" industry category and will take place in the South East of England. The contract is set to commence on 1st March 2018 and will span 36 months, with an option for two additional year-long extensions. Interested suppliers must submit their electronic tenders via the Kent Business Portal by 17:00 on 21st December 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in IT solutions, particularly those experienced in energy services and auction processes. Companies that can deliver innovative technology for managing collective energy switching may find this contract advantageous for growth, especially those with expertise in developing platforms that engage with multiple energy suppliers. As the scheme involves collaboration with several local councils, it highlights a strategic opportunity for regional companies to establish or enhance their reputation within the public sector.

## Notice

Dover District Council ("the Council") wishes to invite prospective suppliers to submit a Tender to deliver an IT based solution to run collective energy switching schemes by means of (reverse) auctions with energy suppliers on behalf of Dartford Borough Council, Gravesham Borough Council, Tunbridge Wells Borough Council and Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council (the Participating Councils). The Contract is anticipated to commence upon 1st March 2018 and will continue for a period of 36 months (with the option to extend for a further 2 years in yearly increments). Tender returns are to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk by no later than 17:00 on 21st December 2017.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ebfbfae-5949-495d-aab5-8403c500ea19 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2018 - 28 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £270,000 |
| 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 | DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | WHITFIELD, DOVER |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT16 3PJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Dover |
| Electoral ward | Whitfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dover and Deal |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314000 - Energy and related services

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2017 at 14:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ebfbfae-5949-495d-aab5-8403c500ea19

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ebfbfae-5949-495d-aab5-8403c500ea19
  22nd November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://kentbusinessportal.org.uk

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