UK Power Networks Customer Vulnerability Enduring Partnerships

UK POWER NETWORKS (OPERATIONS) LIMITEDcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-05df6bProcurement Act 2023Utilities regimeSME suitableVCSE suitablepending
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Estimated value

Awarded value

Awarded 03 Mar 2026

Suppliers

2

2 SME

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

09 Mar 2026

Description

As part of its RIIO-ED2 commitments, UK Power Networks (UKPN) has developed an ambitious strategy to support vulnerable customers beyond its core responsibilities as a Distribution Network Operator (DNO). This includes tackling fuel poverty and ensuring that no one is left behind in the transition to a net zero future. UKPN has set a target to assist 100,000 vulnerable customers per regulatory year, with an overall ED2 Net Present Value (NPV) target of £10.94 million. Alongside these commitments, we uphold the importance of delivering outstanding customer service, expecting partners to maintain high customer satisfaction levels (CSAT) exceeding 94%. UK Power Networks are looking for trusted partners with a focus on Consumer Vulnerability support services. We require partners who can work with the UK Power Networks' Customer Vulnerability team to target specific activities or groups of customers, as identified through data analysis. Projects will be expected to comprise of services that provide targeted support to fuel poor customers, and which deliver against our targets. These services should include: • Non-in-depth advice • In-depth advice to customers who may be in or at risk of being in fuel poverty • Wider and more enduring support Total Value (estimated) excluding VAT: £4,963,785

Scope

Reference
PE1-0049-2025
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2028
Possible extension to 31 Mar 2030

Extension options for up to 2 further years to take us into the next regulatory period. Can be taken in one go, one year at a time, or not at all.

CPV classifications
75200000
79342300
79342320
85322000
98000000
Contract locations
UK, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Stage 2 - Substage 2.1 - Assessment of Written Technical SubmissionFull assessment details can be found in PE1-0049-2025 - CV Enduring Partnerships - RFP Instructions.quality60.00%
Stage 2 - Substage 2.2 - Commercial Assessment of Pricing ScheduleFull assessment details can be found in PE1-0049-2025 - CV Enduring Partnerships - RFP Instructions.cost40.00%

Participation

Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.

Please refer to Appendix 2 - Scope of Work for further details.

Submission & procedure

Procedure
Competitive flexible procedure

Award details

Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.

Awarded value

Award date

03 Mar 2026

Contract start

31 Mar 2026

Contract end

31 Mar 2028

Awarded to
HL
CH 12748724
SME