Scope
Reference
2674-TEN-O
Description
East Suffolk Council is seeking an experienced consultant to work collaboratively with local communities across East Suffolk to identify, develop, and implement community-owned and led renewable energy projects. This initiative aims to empower communities to take control of their energy future, reduce carbon emissions, create local benefits, and contribute to a more sustainable energy system.
Contract 1. East Suffolk Community Energy Programme
Supplier
Contract value
- £149,981 excluding VAT
- £179,977.20 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
7 November 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
28 November 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 31 May 2026
- Possible extension to 31 July 2026
- 8 months
Description of possible extension:
Optional extension of 6 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
Information about tenders
- 11 tenders received
- 11 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 11 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 10 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
Centre for Sustainable Energy
- Companies House: 02219673
St James Court, St James Parade
Bristol
Bs1 3LH
United Kingdom
Email: jonathantwomey@cse.org.uk
Region: UKK11 - Bristol, City of
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. East Suffolk Community Energy Programme
Contracting authority
East Suffolk Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLPP-1174-BHLX
East Suffolk House, Station Road, Melton
Woodbridge
IP12 1RT
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Website: http://www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Region: UKH14 - Suffolk
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government