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LDBS Frays Academy Trust Limited – Electricity & Gas Fixed Supply Products October 2026

LDBS Frays Academy Trust · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 26 Sept 2026, 09:41.

Opportunity overview

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 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 initial contract period and the decision to invoke the extension clause will be at the sole discretion of the Authority. 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.

Classification

  • CPV09123000 — Natural gas
  • CPV09310000 — Electricity

Lots

  • Electricity (REGO)£588k
  • Natural Gas (Brown)£130.6k

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-06cf3d
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
goods
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
www.mytenders.co.uk
Has Recurrence
Yes

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
17 Aug 2026, 16:00

Enquiry period

Ends
10 Aug 2026, 16:00

Expected award period

Ends
11 Sept 2026, 23:59

Recurrence

Dates

Entry 1
Starts
10 Jun 2030, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Electricity (REGO)
Description
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.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
705,600
Amount
588,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Pricing
Description
Tenderers must submit a clear and comprehensive pricing proposal based on a fixed price structure, as specified within the Invitation to Tender (ITT). All prices must be fully inclusive of the scope of supply and reflect the total cost to the Contracting Authority for the duration of the contract. The pricing submission should include a detailed breakdown of all applicable charges, clearly identifying unit rates, standing charges, and any other relevant fees. Where applicable, tenderers should also set out how pricing will apply to any additional sites added during the contract term. Tenderers are expected to ensure that their pricing reflects value for money and supports the delivery of the most advantageous tender, in accordance with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023. All pricing must remain valid for the evaluation period and be capable of withstanding audit and verification.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Service & Operations
Description
Tenderers must provide a detailed overview of the service and operational arrangements that will support the delivery of the contract. All service and operational commitments must support the delivery of a reliable, responsive, and high-quality service that meets the needs of the Authority. Tenderers must show how their approach aligns with the principles of fairness, transparency, and value for money as set out in the Procurement Act 2023

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Product and Operational Processes
Description
Tenderers are required to provide a clear and comprehensive description of the product and operational processes that will underpin the delivery of the required services. All proposed processes must demonstrate reliability, efficiency, and scalability, and must be capable of supporting the full duration of the contract. Tenderers must also evidence how their processes ensure compliance with applicable regulations and contribute to delivering best value in accordance with the principles set out in the Procurement Act 2023.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
All parties wishing to tender must be registered with Ofgem and hold a valid GB Supply Licence. The selection criteria are detailed within the procurement documents.
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
All parties wishing to tender must be registered with Ofgem and hold a valid GB Supply Licence. The selection criteria are detailed within the procurement document

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
15 Sept 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Sept 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Sept 2030, 23:59

Renewal

Description
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.

Options

Description
Site additions in line with Procurement act 2023
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Natural Gas (Brown)
Description
The requirement is for the provision of 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 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.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
156,704.71
Amount
130,587.26
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Pricing
Description
Tenderers must submit a clear and comprehensive pricing proposal based on a fixed price structure, as specified within the Invitation to Tender (ITT). All prices must be fully inclusive of the scope of supply and reflect the total cost to the Contracting Authority for the duration of the contract. The pricing submission should include a detailed breakdown of all applicable charges, clearly identifying unit rates, standing charges, and any other relevant fees. Where applicable, tenderers should also set out how pricing will apply to any additional sites added during the contract term. Tenderers are expected to ensure that their pricing reflects value for money and supports the delivery of the most advantageous tender, in accordance with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023. All pricing must remain valid for the evaluation period and be capable of withstanding audit and verification.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Service and Operations
Description
enderers must provide a detailed overview of the service and operational arrangements that will support the delivery of the contract. All service and operational commitments must support the delivery of a reliable, responsive, and high-quality service that meets the needs of the Authority. Tenderers must show how their approach aligns with the principles of fairness, transparency, and value for money as set out in the Procurement Act 2023

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Product and Operational Processes
Description
Tenderers are required to provide a clear and comprehensive description of the product and operational processes that will underpin the delivery of the required services. All proposed processes must demonstrate reliability, efficiency, and scalability, and must be capable of supporting the full duration of the contract. Tenderers must also evidence how their processes ensure compliance with applicable regulations and contribute to delivering best value in accordance with the principles set out in the Procurement Act 2023.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
All parties wishing to tender must be registered with Ofgem and hold a valid GB Supply Licence. The selection criteria are detailed within the procurement documents.
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
All parties wishing to tender must be registered with Ofgem and hold a valid GB Supply Licence. The selection criteria are detailed within the procurement documents.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Oct 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Sept 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Sept 2030, 23:59

Renewal

Description
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.

Options

Description
Site additions in line with Procurement act 2023

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
09310000
Description
Electricity

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
09123000
Description
Natural gas

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
L-1
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Letter Of Authority
Entry 2
Id
L-2
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Site information for pricing
Entry 3
Id
L-3
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Electricity Form of Tender
Entry 4
Id
L-4
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Gas Form Of tender
Entry 5
Id
L-5
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ)
Entry 6
Id
L-6
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Utility Services Specification Questionnaire
Entry 7
Id
L-8
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Invitation To Tender
Entry 8
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 9
Id
073160-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
3 Aug 2026, 13:03
Format
text/html

Planning and budget

No Engagement Notice Rationale
Premarket engagement is a recommended step to ensure informed and effective procurement activity. As an energy consultancy, our role involves continuous and direct engagement with the energy markets. This includes regular interaction with suppliers, monitoring of market trends, participation in industry forums, and ongoing analysis of commercial and regulatory developments. This sustained market presence provides us with up-to-date intelligence and supplier awareness, which informs our requirements and procurement approach. We consider this level of engagement to constitute sufficient and appropriate premarket engagement for the purposes of this tender, ensuring the process is compliant, market-aware, and proportionate.

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
LDBS Frays Academy Trust
Id
GB-PPON-PHBD-8943-WTPM

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PHBD-8943-WTPM

Address

Street Address
All Saints CE Primary School, Norreys Avenue
Locality
Wokingham
Postal Code
RG40 1UX
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKJ11

Contact

Name
Rachita Shah

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicUndertaking
Description
Public undertaking
Organisation 2
Name
Ginger energy
Id
GB-PPON-PLMN-9829-JXLV
Role Details
This tender is being managed on behalf of Frays Academy Trust Limited by Ginger Energy Limited. Ginger Energy Limited (GEL) is a specialist consultancy with extensive expert knowledge in the utility industry. Ginger Energy provides its clients with a wide variety of energy-related services.

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PLMN-9829-JXLV

Address

Street Address
4 The Cloisters, 12 George Road.
Locality
Birmingham
Postal Code
B15 1NP
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKG31

Contact

Name
Becky Maipambe
Telephone
+447494251795

Roles

procuringEntity

Details

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Wokingham · UKJ11 · RG40 1UX · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

2 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

2 VERSIONS
  1. 068439-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 073160-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·