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title: "BMAT Education Trust - Gas & Electricity Supply Services 2026"
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# BMAT Education Trust - Gas & Electricity Supply Services 2026

Buyer: BMAT EDUCATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a0f8

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the BMAT Education Trust involved a tender for Gas & Electricity Supply Services, managed as an open procedure under the Procurement Act 2023. Managed by the specialist consultancy, Ginger Energy Limited, this tender aimed to secure fixed Electricity (REGO) and Natural Gas (Brown) supplies. Located in Harlow, UK, and tagged under the 'goods' industry category, the procurement included plans to start the contract on 1 September 2026, potentially adding more sites during its term. The contract, initially for 36 months, has the option for a one-year extension, not exceeding four years. The awards for Lot 1 (Electricity) and Lot 2 (Natural Gas) are pending, with completion targeted for 31 August 2029 and possibly extended to 31 August 2030. Procurement methods emphasize transparency and competitive fairness, with assessments scheduled for completion by 21 July 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses within the energy sector, particularly those equipped to supply large-scale utility services. The contract's focus on fixed pricing and the addition of further sites cater well to established, large-scale suppliers like Drax Energy Solutions and SEFE Energy. However, the invitation to tender also encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting a potential opening for smaller enterprises that meet regulatory registration with Ofgem. Prospective bidders that can demonstrate market stability, competitive pricing, and robust operational processes aligned with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023, stand to benefit significantly from this opportunity.

## Notice

The requirement is for the provision of fixed Electricity (REGO) and Fixed Natural Gas (Brown) in accordance with the specifications set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT). The contract is due to commence on 1 April 2026 and may include the addition of further sites during the term. The initial contract period is 36 months, with the option to extend, up to a maximum duration of 4 years. The procurement will be conducted in line with the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring a fair, transparent, and competitive process to identify the most advantageous tender for our client.

### Lot Information

Electricity (REGO)

The requirement is for the provision of fixed Electricity (REGO) in accordance with the specifications set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT). The contract is due to commence on 1 October 2026 and may include the addition of further sites during the term. The initial contract period is 36 months, with the option to extend, up to a maximum duration of 4 years. The procurement will be conducted in line with the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring a fair, transparent, and competitive process to identify the most advantageous tender for our client.

Options: Site additions in line with Procurement act 2023

Renewal: Following the expiry of the initial fixed term, the Contracting Authority reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to extend the contract. Any extension shall be subject to the Authority's requirements at the relevant time and may be structured in a manner deemed appropriate by the Authority. The decision to exercise this option, and the form it may take, rests solely with the Contracting Authority. Under no circumstances shall the total contract duration, including any extensions, exceed four (4) years from the initial commencement date. This extension provision is made in accordance with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring transparency, fairness, and value throughout the contract lifecycle.

Natural Gas (Brown)

The requirement is for the provision of Fixed Natural Gas (Bown) in accordance with the specifications set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT). The contract is due to commence on 1 October 2026 and may include the addition of further sites during the term. The initial contract period is 36 months, with the option to extend, up to a maximum duration of 4 years. The procurement will be conducted in line with the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring a fair, transparent, and competitive process to identify the most advantageous tender for our client.

Options: Site additions in line with Procurement act 2023

Renewal: Following the expiry of the initial fixed term, the Contracting Authority reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to extend the contract. Any extension shall be subject to the Authority's requirements at the relevant time and may be structured in a manner deemed appropriate by the Authority. The decision to exercise this option, and the form it may take, rests solely with the Contracting Authority. Under no circumstances shall the total contract duration, including any extensions, exceed four (4) years from the initial commencement date. This extension provision is made in accordance with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring transparency, fairness, and value throughout the contract lifecycle.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065116-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2030-06-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,400,000 |
| Lots value | £5,400,000 |
| Awards value | £5,400,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BMAT EDUCATION TRUST |
| Additional buyers | BMAT EDUCATION; GINGER ENERGY |
| Locality | HARLOW |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM20 2NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | DRAX ENERGY SOLUTIONS; SEFE ENERGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09123000 - Natural gas
- 09310000 - Electricity

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 11:19 - AwardUpdate - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065116-2026
- 9 Jul 2026 at 11:48 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064682-2026
- 31 May 2026 at 17:36 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051142-2026
- 22 May 2026 at 11:19 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047784-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065116-2026
  10th July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064682-2026
  9th July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051142-2026
  31st May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047784-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=641095
  BMAT Education Form of Tender - Gas
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=641096
  BMAT Education Tender Support Document
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=641093
  Utility Services Specification Questionnaire V2.0.
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=641094
  BMAT Education Form of Tender - Elec
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=641092
  Procurement Specific Questionnaire_BMAT
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=642905
  BMAT Education LOA
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=642906
  BMAT Education ITT v1.6

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bmat-trust.org
- https://gingerenergy.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk

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