Decision

The Cabinet has decided to extend the contract with Inspired Energy for gas and electricity procurement services.

Analysis

outcome: The contract with Inspired Energy will be extended from April 2026 to March 2028, including additional services for pre-payment bill validation and annual budget production.

summary: The decision involves extending a contract with Inspired Energy for the procurement of gas and electricity via the Procurement for Housing framework.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to extend the contract with Inspired Energy for gas and electricity procurement services.

reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it involves routine procurement services.

affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet", "Inspired Energy", "Local residents"]

contentiousness_score: 2

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1068

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet agreed:   A     To extend the current contract with Inspired Energy for the procurement of gas and electricity via the Procurement for Housing framework from April 2026 to March 2028.   B     That the contract extension also includes additional services for pre-payment bill validation and annual budget production.

Date of Decision: July 10, 2025