Scope
Reference
301_26
Description
Please note, this is a Pipeline notice only for ESPO contracts/frameworks that are forecast to be re-procured or new procurement projects that are expected to be undertaken. The details captured are therefore only provided as an estimate, and no further information other than as captured can be provided at this time.
For all current ESPO opportunities, please visit https://www.eastmidstenders.org/.
This Pipeline notice is being published to alert the supplier market that ESPO expects to establish a Framework for the supply of a full range of liquid fuels for automotive and heating purposes.
This will seek to replace the current version of this framework 301_22, upon its expiry, the award details for which may be viewed as follows:
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024672-2022
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/18b75f46-8f2e-48a7-a007-e732615af671
For further details on the Procurement Act, including registration on the Central Digital Platform, this can be found as follows:
https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/information-and-guidance-for-suppliers
Or otherwise, please refer to the ESPO Website as follows:
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £600,000,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028
- Possible extension to 31 August 2030
- 4 years
Main category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 May 2026
Contracting authority
Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYDD-1122-TCVN
Barnsdale Way, Grove Park, Enderby
Leicester
LE19 1ES
United Kingdom
Region: UKF22 - Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government