Provision of Utilities Brokerage Services for Gas and Electricity Supply Contracts
Estimated value
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Awarded value
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Suppliers
0
Lots
1
Published
26 Aug 2025
Description
Inclusion Group is seeking to appoint a supplier to deliver brokerage services for gas and electricity supply contracts across its expanding property portfolio. Currently, Inclusion Group manages 507 electricity meters and 301 gas meters, with expectations for growth as new properties are added. The contract will cover strategic advice, service delivery, compliance, and value-added support, including but not limited to: • Brokerage fee structure: £/meter/year over 2, 3, and 5 years • One overarching contract for gas and power, with separate reporting/invoicing • Consolidated invoicing and domestic VAT validation • Invoice validation, monthly reporting, SECR compliance • Smart meter installation coordination • Dedicated account management and contact • SLA for onboarding new supplies within 30 days • Market insight and recommendations based on early tender analysis • Outcome-based specification and proportionate dispute resolution • Legal compliance and promotion of equality and diversity • Attendance at bi-monthly meetings and proactive switching within SLA Estimated Contract Value: The current estimated value based on annual budget for the current financial year is an excess of £4 million, encompassing both supply costs and brokerage services. This figure is expected to reduce as strategic efficiencies are introduced over the new contract term. Please note this is not the standalone brokerage value.
Scope
- Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-058362
- Total value
- £25,000,000 including VATAbove the relevant threshold
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 31 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2028Possible extension to 31 Mar 2031
Suppliers are required to submit proposals for 2-year, 3-year, and 5-year contract durations. Extensions may be applied in one or more increments (e.g., 1-year or 2-year blocks), subject to the following circumstances: Satisfactory Supplier Performance: Continuation based on meeting agreed service levels, reporting standards, and brokerage value. Portfolio Growth: Ongoing support needed as Inclusion Group expands its property portfolio. Market Conditions: Extension justified where re-procurement during volatile energy markets may not deliver best value. Operational Continuity: To avoid disruption while preparing future procurement or responding to regulatory changes. All extensions will be subject to formal review and approval. Where applicable, a UK6 Contract Amendment Notice will be published in line with the Procurement Act 2023.
- Main category
- services
- CPV classifications
- 652000006530000065500000
- Contract locations
- North East England, United KingdomNorth West England, United KingdomYorkshire and the Humber, United KingdomEast Midlands, United KingdomWest Midlands, United KingdomEast of England, United KingdomLondon, United KingdomSouth East England, United KingdomSouth West England, United KingdomWales, United KingdomScotland, United Kingdom
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | — | price | 70.00% |
| Quality | — | quality | 30.00% |
Submission & procedure
- Submission address
- Tenders must be submitted electronically via email to both of the following contacts: Hanson Chong - hanson@inclusiongroup.co.uk Michelle Dodgson - michelle.dodgson@inclusiongroup.co.uk Please include "[Utilities Brokerage Tender Submission]" in the subject line of your email to ensure proper routing and tracking. Company Website: https://www.inclusiongroup.co.uk This website provides general information about our organisation and the tender opportunity. However, all tender submissions must be made via email to the contacts listed above. No electronic auction will be used in this procurement.
- Electronic submission
- Yes
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure