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title: "28-32 Flexible Procurement and Supply of Gas and/or Electricity"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0524a6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A LASER)"
published: "2025-05-23"
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# 28-32 Flexible Procurement and Supply of Gas and/or Electricity

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A LASER)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0524a6

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Kent County Council (t/a Laser) is currently in the planning stage, aiming to renew its energy procurement framework. The tender, titled "28-32 Flexible Procurement and Supply of Gas and/or Electricity," falls under the industry category of petroleum products, fuel, electricity, and other sources of energy. This initiative covers the entire United Kingdom and is designed to engage potential suppliers through a series of consultations running throughout 2025, with the initial engagement phase concluding on 31st December 2025. The procurement process will culminate in a framework agreement set to commence on 1st October 2026 and operate until 30th September 2032, with an option for renewal.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in energy supply and innovative energy services, particularly those offering zero-carbon and low-carbon solutions. Companies capable of delivering both metered and unmetered electricity or gas, alongside services like demand-side response and Power Purchase Agreements, are well-positioned to influence the final framework. This engagement process offers businesses the chance to contribute to a procurement strategy that promises innovation and value for public sector energy procurement, presenting growth opportunities in a significant market valued at GBP 3 billion.

## Notice

The Contracting Authority is undertaking preliminary market engagement to inform the renewal of its existing energy procurement framework(s). The future structure of the arrangement is yet to be finalised, and will be shaped by feedback received during this engagement. The proposed scope is expected to cover the flexible procurement and supply of Metered and Unmetered Electricity and/or Gas to public sector organisations. Additional services may be included, such as demand-side response, and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). The Contracting Authority is also exploring the inclusion of an optional lot for zero-carbon and low-carbon energy services. Interested parties are invited to participate in this market engagement exercise to inform the development of the procurement strategy and ensure the future framework(s) deliver best value and innovation for the Public Sector. To view this notice, please click here: https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=950388802

### Planning Information

Interested suppliers are initially invited to: 
Complete a short online questionnaire. 
Attend an engagement meeting via Teams (to be arranged following registration of interest).
Engage with a supplier information Webinar.
The Contracting Authority expects that engagement will extend beyond initial touchpoints and be an iterative process over a period of several months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027005-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A LASER) |
| Locality | WEST MALLING |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME19 4YT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling |
| Electoral ward | Kings Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 09100000 - Fuels
- 09310000 - Electricity

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 15:52 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027005-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027005-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=950388802
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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