--- title: "Procurement Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0552ed" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0552ed" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0552ed.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0552ed.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NATIONAL ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR LIMITED" published: "2026-05-27" --- # Procurement Services Buyer: NATIONAL ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0552ed [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0552ed) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0552ed.json) ## Summary The procurement process for "Procurement Consultancy Services" by the National Energy System Operator Limited (NESO) has reached its completion. This process involved the selective competitive flexible procedure for the utilities industry category, primarily focusing on services. The procurement activities spanned several regions in the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The contract, signed on 27 February 2026, is set for a period starting 24 March 2026 and ending 24 March 2028, with a maximum extension until 23 March 2030. The gross contract value is £9,200,000, and it allows for incremental 12-month extensions up to two times, reflecting its flexibly structured procurement strategy. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the procurement consultancy services sector looking to expand their clientele within the utilities industry. Companies with a strong operational presence and expertise in managing complex procurement processes are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. The procurement process facilitated by NESO emphasises inclusivity with options for incremental purchases and a flexible rate card system, catering to businesses capable of adapting to varying demand levels. This kind of engagement can help organisations secure long-term partnerships and enhance their market standing in competitive fields. ## Notice Procurement Consultancy Services ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid, as outlined in the procurement documents. A rate card will be submitted as part of the tender process which will be utilised at the Authority's discretion in the event complex sourcing or security levels exceed the core team's ability. Any additional requirements will be fully supported by a detailed specification enabling appropriate pricing using the agreed rate card. Projects may include: Security cleared personal for key national project delivery, complex sourcing involving construction or facilities management. Scope changes maybe required which are at the request of NESO's governing body which require rapid turnaround or expert skill which the core team do not have. Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions subject to NESO approval. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049350-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 11 Aug 2025 | | Award date | 9 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | 24 Mar 2026 - 24 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,000,000 | | Lots value | £7,000,000 | | Awards value | £7,700,000 | | Contracts value | £7,700,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NATIONAL ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR LIMITED | | Locality | WOKINGHAM | | Post town | Reading | | Postcode | RG41 5BN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West | | Local authority | Wokingham | | Electoral ward | Winnersh | | Westminster constituency | Wokingham | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | EFFICIO | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79418000 - Procurement consultancy services ## Release History - 27 May 2026 at 07:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049350-2026 - 9 Feb 2026 at 18:42 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011586-2026 - 10 Oct 2025 at 15:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064356-2025 - 24 Jun 2025 at 18:47 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034877-2025 - 24 Jun 2025 at 18:18 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034875-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049350-2026 27th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011586-2026 9th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064356-2025 10th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034877-2025 24th June 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034875-2025 24th June 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://support.ariba.com/item/view/174948 Please note that a SAP Ariba registration is required or can be requested via NESO procurement - tennille.madigan@neso.energy - https://support.ariba.com/item/view/KB0393464 Access the Ariba portal for all documents related to this tender you must have an Ariba AN ID number which can be created with SAP Ariba Support: https://support.ariba.com/item/view/KB0393464 Please contact tennille.madigan@neso.energy if you already have an Ariba Access number - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16773 ## Notice URLs - https://www.4cassociates.com/ - https://www.deloitte.com/uk/en.html - https://www.efficioconsulting.com/en-gb/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.sap.com/products/spend-management/ariba-login.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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