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Energy Supply demand Pool Manager

Bristol City Council

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Bristol City Council

Buyer Address: City Hall, College Green, Bristol, UKK11, BS1 5TR, United Kingdom

Contact Email: procurement.support@bristol.gov.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
36000000.0 GBP
Gross: 36000000 GBP
Published
18 Dec 2025, 09:18
Deadline
30 Jan 2026, 17:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
71314200 - Energy-management services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

Bristol City Council (BCC) is seeking a capable and committed Demand Pool Manager (DPM) to operate the demand-side of its Sleeved Pool electricity supply arrangement. This innovative model delivers locally generated, zero-carbon electricity to BCC, supporting the city's net zero ambitions and reducing exposure to wholesale market volatility.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=470f1084-4dcc-f011-813a-005056b64545

Link Description: Visible on ProContract under DN799005

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084131-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 36,000,000

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2029-03-31T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Price (60%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality (40%)

Documents

Document Description: Not published

Document Description: Visible on ProContract under DN799005

Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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