--- title: "Energy Purchasing Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f2416afd-1f97-4a1c-a13b-04bb689cf83a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f2416afd-1f97-4a1c-a13b-04bb689cf83a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f2416afd-1f97-4a1c-a13b-04bb689cf83a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f2416afd-1f97-4a1c-a13b-04bb689cf83a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY" published: "2017-04-27" --- # Energy Purchasing Service Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f2416afd-1f97-4a1c-a13b-04bb689cf83a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f2416afd-1f97-4a1c-a13b-04bb689cf83a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f2416afd-1f97-4a1c-a13b-04bb689cf83a.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Energy Purchasing Service" is being conducted by Lancaster University, located in Lancaster, United Kingdom. This open tender aims to appoint a specialist consultant to assist with the university's utility procurement strategy, with a focus on procuring electricity, gas, and optionally, water. The contract will last for approximately four years, starting on 1 June 2017, with an option for a two-year extension based on performance. Interested bidders should submit their proposals by 23 May 2017, at 23:59:59 BST. The procurement falls under the category of general management consultancy services, with an emphasis on energy efficiency consultancy and building services consultancy. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the energy consultancy sector or those providing utility procurement services. Companies with experience in the higher education sector and trading more than £100 million in gas and electricity annually will be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging with Lancaster University as a client can provide a pathway for growth, leveraging their established network and reputation within the academic community. ## Notice The Purchaser is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the appointment of a specialist consultant/energy advisor to work with the University to deliver utility procurement strategy and service. Specifically the supplier will procure electricity, gas and (optionally) water on behalf of the University and will be required to provide other, related services in line with the specification. The term of the contract will be just under 4 years, reviewed annually with an option to extend the contract for up to a further two years and subject to satisfactory performance. Bids are invited from providers trading greater than PS100m of gas and electricity annually on behalf of customers and with appropriate experience which must include working with HE Sector clients. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain login details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a32660-c05b-4f8b-99ed-f47b02bd2cda | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Apr 2017 | | Submission deadline | 23 May 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2017 - 31 May 2019 | | 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY | | Locality | LANCASTER | | Post town | Lancaster | | Postcode | LA1 4YW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre | | Local authority | Lancaster | | Electoral ward | University | | Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services - 71315210 - Building services consultancy services - 79411000 - General management consultancy services ## Release History - 27 Apr 2017 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a32660-c05b-4f8b-99ed-f47b02bd2cda ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a32660-c05b-4f8b-99ed-f47b02bd2cda 27th April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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