---
title: "Bill Validation & Cost Recovery Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064de0"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064de0.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-02-11"
---

# Bill Validation & Cost Recovery Service

Buyer: DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064de0

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust, situated in Poole, United Kingdom, which has awarded a contract for a 'Bill Validation & Cost Recovery Service' in the services industry category. The procurement process, classified under direct procurement below the threshold, commenced in November 2025 and spans a 12-month agreement. The contract was awarded without competition and signed on 21 November 2025. The awarding stage is complete as of 11 February 2026, with the supplier being TEAM (Energy Auditing Agency Ltd) based in Milton Keynes. The services will be provided within the UK, specifically aligned with energy management services. Key procurement details include the legal basis under UKPGA 2023/54, ensuring compliance with central government standards.

This tender presents opportunities for large-scale businesses specialised in auditing and energy management services. Given the unique nature of the direct procurement method, businesses that can offer bespoke and efficient energy auditing services would find this contract attractive for growth. The supplier, TEAM (Energy Auditing Agency Ltd), exemplifies the type of enterprise poised to benefit from this contract, given its established expertise in this sector. The agreement allows businesses to expand their portfolio by engaging with central government authorities through strategic services like bill validation and cost recovery, facilitating potential for increased exposure and recognition within public sector procurement. This represents a promising avenue for businesses that can offer solutions adhering to energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the public domain.

## Notice

Bureau - Bill Validation & Cost Recovery Service Including core Bureau bill validation service plus Reporting. 12-month agreement. Commencing November 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012410-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 Nov 2025 - 24 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £26,666 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | POOLE |
| Post town | Bournemouth |
| Postcode | BH17 0RB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Electoral ward | Canford Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Dorset and North Poole |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TEAM (ENERGY AUDITING AGENCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314200 - Energy-management services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 13:47 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012410-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012410-2026
  11th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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