Scope
Reference
DN799005
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.
Total value (estimated)
- £36,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
Option of a 12 month extension to the contract.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71314200 - Energy-management services
Contract locations
- UKK11 - Bristol, City of
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Insurances, Financial capacity and regulatory based conditions of participation are outlined in the Pre Selection questionnaire.
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
13 January 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
30 January 2026, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Bids must be submitted via the Due North Procontract system:
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
1 March 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 October 2029
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 60% |
| Quality | Quality | 40% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
The Council ran 2 rounds of Supplier Engagement advertised via EOI's.
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=470f1084-4dcc-f011-813a-005056b64545
Visible on ProContract under DN799005
Contracting authority
Bristol City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWXH-3837-PDTD
City Hall, College Green
Bristol
BS1 5TR
United Kingdom
Email: procurement.support@bristol.gov.uk
Website: http://www.bristol.gov.uk
Region: UKK11 - Bristol, City of
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government