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title: "Utilities Supplies and Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04705f"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED"
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# Utilities Supplies and Services Framework

Buyer: CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04705f

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## Summary

The Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited (CPC) has completed its procurement process for the "Utilities Supplies and Services Framework." The framework, focused on energy-management services within the public utilities sector, will service various regions across the UK. Initially announced on 17th June 2024, the tender closed on 17th July 2024, and the contract, valued at £500,000,000, was awarded on 10th October 2024 to Inenco Group. The framework agreement is slated to last for 48 months, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions, and covers services such as energy efficiency consultancy and gas and electricity procurement. The procurement method was an open procedure and included a ten-calendar-day standstill period to address any appeals regarding the award. 

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the energy consulting and management sectors. Companies well-versed in providing compliant utility routes to market, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on energy market conditions, and offering strategic advice to secure value-for-money contracts are well-suited for this framework. The framework's access to current and future CPC member institutions across the education sector, local authorities, and wider public sector entities ensures a steady demand for services, creating avenues for business growth and long-term partnerships.

## Notice

The CPC are looking to put a framework in place that offers members a compliant route to market for their Utility requirements. We are looking to work with a single utilities expert to provide members with sound knowledge and advice on the options available to them as well as keeping them updated with the ever-volatile energy market conditions and ensuring they secure their contract in the best way at the right time to demonstrate VFM. The energy consultant must be able to provide a fully compliant route to market for end users looking to procure their gas and electricity.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Any Framework Agreement resulting from this tendering process will be open to current and future Member Institutions of the CPC. CPC members are distributed across the UK. A list of members split by region can be found at Member Regions - Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) (thecpc.ac.uk) Future members of the CPC will be from the education sector, with details available at Get Information about Schools - GOV.UK (get-information-schools.service.gov.uk). This Framework Agreement is also open to Local Authorities that wish to join CPC when procuring on behalf of Educational Establishments. Details for which can be found at Home | Local Government Association. TPS and Wider Public Sector can also access this agreement. Central Government Departments, Local Government and Public Corporations that can be accessed at the Public Sector Classification Guide Departments, agencies and public bodies - GOV.UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Details are also included on the CPC website: Eligible Public Sect

Options: 48 month(s) from the commencement date, with 24 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032684-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £500,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | EDUCATION; LOCAL AUTHORITY; PUBLIC SECTOR |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M6 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Pendleton & Charlestown |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INENCO GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 65 - Public utilities
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 65000000 - Public utilities
- 71314200 - Energy-management services
- 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2024 at 15:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032684-2024
- 17 Jun 2024 at 10:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018581-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.inenco.com
- http://www.thecpc.ac.uk
- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

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