Official UK procurement notice
The Keys Academy Trust – Fixed Electricity & Gas Supply Products - Contract Award
Authority: The Keys Academy Trust (Public body)·On behalf of: Ginger energy
What is being bought2 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionThe 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.
- The authority expects to re-tender this requirement around 31 Jan 2029, 23:59 GMT.
- No preliminary market engagement: 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.
CPV: Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy · Natural gas
Lots and requirements (2)Procurement structure
2 lots · all with a published value (£253,000 together) · same evaluation weights on every lotLot #1Fixed Electricity (REGO)AwardedRenewalPublished value£200,000
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 April 2025 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.
- Economic & financial standing
The selection criteria are detailed within the procurement documents
- Technical & professional ability
The selection criteria are detailed within the procurement documents
Lot #2Fixed Natural Gas (Brown)AwardedRenewalPublished value£53,000
The requirement is for the provision of fFixed Natural Gas (Bown) 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.
- Economic & financial standing
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.
- Technical & professional ability
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.
What it takes to wini
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add morei
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Published sub-criteria (3)
- Service and Operation: 30%
- Product and Operational Processes: 30%
- Pricing: 40%
Published award criteria (3)
- Service and Operation: 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.
- Product and Operational Processes: 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.
- Pricing : 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.
- Price carries 40 of 100 points: a 10% discount moves about 4 points. The method statement decides this lot, not the discount.
Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record- Procedure method
- Open procedure
- Legal basis
- UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
- Procurement category
- Goods
- Notice status
- Awarded
- Procurement threshold
- Above threshold (FTS publication)
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Stand-alone contract (no framework)
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Unspecified in notice
- Recurring procurement
- Yes · next expected 31 Jan 2029
- First published
- 3 Feb 2026, 17:14 GMT
- Last source update
- 31 Mar 2026, 16:38 BST
- Award evaluation window
- Submission end – 30 Mar 2026
- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-009662- Latest notice
- Contract award notice (UK6)
- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-0615deFind a Tender
How it was run
Official notice- Submission deadline
- 2 Mar 2026, 16:00 GMT
- Clarification deadline
- 25 Feb 2026, 16:00 GMT
- Submission channel
- Official e-sourcing portal
- Electronic submission
- Allowed
- Accepted languages
- en
Timeline
3 Feb 2026 → 13 Apr 2026 · 8 dates- Tender notice published260 days ago3 Feb 2026, 17:14 GMT
- Clarification questions by238 days ago25 Feb 2026, 16:00 GMT
- Submission deadline233 days ago2 Mar 2026, 16:00 GMT
- Award decision expected by205 days ago30 Mar 2026, 23:59 BST
- Assessment summaries sent205 days ago31 Mar 2026, 00:00 BST
- Latest notice published204 days ago31 Mar 2026, 16:38 BST
- Contract starts204 days ago1 Apr 2026, 00:00 BST
- Standstill ends191 days ago13 Apr 2026, 23:59 BST
Notice history
5 events · 2 releases on Find a Tender · since 3 Feb 2026- Tender notice published3 Feb 2026, 17:14 GMTUK4
- Contract award notice published31 Mar 2026, 16:38 BSTUK6
- Status changed to complete31 Mar 2026, 16:38 BST
- Buyer details updated31 Mar 2026, 16:38 BST
- Contract signature expected15 Apr 2026, 23:59 BSTscheduled
Commercial outcome & contract awards
Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast| Awarded to | Value | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 · Fixed Electricity (REGO)1 award | |||
| Drax (UK) LimitedThe Keys Academy Trust – Fixed Electricity & Gas Supply Products20 Apr 2026 – 19 Apr 2029 · up to 19 Apr 2030Extensions: 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: Site additions in line with Procurement act 2023 | £570,000 | 31 Mar 2026standstill to 13 Apr 2026 | Standstill |
| Lot 2 · Fixed Natural Gas (Brown)1 award | |||
| EcotricityThe Keys Academy Trust – Fixed Electricity & Gas Supply Products20 Apr 2026 – 19 Apr 2029 · up to 19 Apr 2030Extensions: 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: Site additions in line with Procurement act 2023 | £246,000 | 31 Mar 2026standstill to 13 Apr 2026 | Standstill |
Bid statistics published by the authority
| Lot | Bids | SME | VCSE | Valid bid range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 · Fixed Electricity (REGO) | 3final-stage tenders | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2 · Fixed Natural Gas (Brown) | 2final-stage tenders | 0 | 0 | — |
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
2 public bodies on the noticeOther public bodies
- Ginger energyProcuring entityPublic undertakingThis tender is being managed on behalf of TKAT 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.
Bidders & participating suppliers
2 commercial parties on the notice- Drax Energy Solutions Limited Awarded supplier
- Ecotricity Limited Awarded supplier
Official documents & specifications (11)
Official links; attachments are not copiedTender pack and attachments
- Bidding documents and specifications Letter Of Authority
- Bidding documents and specifications Elec Form of Tender
- Bidding documents and specifications Gas Form Of Tender
- Bidding documents and specifications The Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PA2023)
- Technical specifications All parties wishing to tender must be registered with Ofgem and hold a valid GB Supply Licence.
- Bidding documents and specifications Tender Support Information
- Bidding documents and specifications The Invitation to Tender (ITT)
- Bidding documents and specifications Utility Services Specification Questionnaire
Notices published for this procedure
- Contract award notice Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- Contract award notice Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender