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Discover YPO’s comprehensive range of energy supply frameworks awarded through a competitive tender process, providing a direct route to market for your energy supply needs. We supply electricity, gas, water and biomass services, and our energy team is here to provide expert assistance in utilising our fully compliant, cost-effective frameworks solutions. We offer a diverse range of contract types and durations, ensuring exceptional value and tailored solutions to meet your individual needs.

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Case Study: West Yorkshire Police

"We worked closely with the YPO Energy Team to consider our options and through this process were able to achieve price certainty at competitive rates. During this process YPO enhanced and grew their team and client information flow. This reflected the client need as a relatively static market became unpredictable and inflationary. They have provided support to us individually as well as with other framework users. They brought in an energy market specialist in Steve Warren who has been able to provide both enhanced market insight and also a clear customer liaison."

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Case Study: Wiltshire Council

"From the start, YPO was receptive and responsive to the council’s requirements, including working with a shorter than ideal timeframe for running the further competition. YPO was able to understand the council’s requirement and offered advice on ways that it could approach the further competition so that the council was better able to get tender responses to meet its specific needs, within a very tight timescale. YPO responded quickly to all questions that the council raised and was able to successfully guide the council through the whole process."

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Separating food waste and recyclables is an important step in supporting the UK’s overall sustainability goals. They help encourage circular economy practices as well as support renewable energy and the lowering of greenhouse gas emissions.
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Energy is a complex world and to add further fuel to the fire we have ‘another’ element of our bill to confuse matters … Standing Charges! These charges are often overlooked yet is a pivotal component that make up your final bill. Understanding these charges is crucial for your organization when you are aiming to manage and reduce your energy expenses.
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Why join one of our energy frameworks?
Why join one of our energy frameworks?
YPO provides competitive energy contract agreements specifically designed for schools and the public sector, offering cost-effective and legally compliant solutions while adhering to the Public Contracts Regulations. We’ll check your latest invoice against your existing contract to ensure that your next agreement is the most cost effective. Our energy frameworks are all DfE approved and offer green energy and carbon offsetting products to support you in achieving your Net Zero goals. Trusted by over 3,500 schools, our energy experts are available to offer ongoing advice and support throughout your procurement process.

How do I get a quote from you?
How do I get a quote from you?
Step 1: First, you’ll need to complete a Letter of Authority (LoA) and email it to [email protected]. A member of our team will later be in touch.
You can find our letter template here on page 4 - YPO - CFS FAQs Booklet.
Signing a LoA lets us carry out a detailed price comparison for you and helps us to determine whether our contract can save you money. If it doesn’t, we will not encourage you to sign with us. YPO will also never sign a contract without your consent.
Step 2: Dig out a recent gas and electricity bill from you existing energy supplier or local authority. The energy suppliers on our frameworks require all potential customers to fill out a new business form, and so we will extract information from your bill to fill the form out on your behalf and prepare your quote.
If you have half-hourly meters, you will need to request information directly from your provider, including your 12-month, half-hourly data.
Step 3: When the new business form is completed, we’ll send your request to our relevant supplier. We will include the following information in the request:
- New business form
- LoA
- Your contract requirements
- Preferred contract start date
Quotes are usually returned to us within 3-5 working days after all information has been sent to the supplier.

Where can I find my meter point number?
Where can I find my meter point number?
Your electricity meter number is the 21-digit number on your electricity bill that typically starts with an ‘S’, also known as a Meter Point Administration Number (MPAN).
Your gas meter number is the number on your bill that consists of 6-10 numerical digits and is also known as a Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN). Alternatively, you can request this information from your current supplier or send us a copy of your recent bill, and we’ll obtain it for you.

What is an energy tariff?
What is an energy tariff?
An energy tariff is how energy providers charge customers for their gas and electricity, consisting of two costs that make up your bill:
Unit rate – this is the price you pay for your electricity and gas usage which is charged at pence per kilowatt hour (p/kWh).
Standing charge – this is a fixed daily cost for energy supply to your premise regardless of how much energy you use. This covers distribution, metering services and greener energy commitments.

When does my current contract end?
When does my current contract end?
If you’re already supplied under the YPO framework with your gas and electricity supplies, please get in touch with us using your MPRN or MPAN, and we’ll contact the supplier on your behalf. Email us at [email protected].
If you’re not under one of our frameworks, please contact your current energy provider regarding this. After receiving some information, we can guide you through any renewal requests you might have.

Are we eligible for reduced VAT?
Are we eligible for reduced VAT?
VAT is usually charged at 20% on business energy. However, in certain circumstances, a business energy customer can qualify for a reduced VAT rating and only needs to pay the domestic rate of 5%.

What are deemed rates?
What are deemed rates?
These rates apply when your current contract expires or is terminated, and you still need to switch to a new supplier.
Please note that these rates can often be double the usual amount.

Do I get account management support from you?
Do I get account management support from you?
Yes, you do. Unlike regular energy brokers who provide you with a call centre number for support, we have dedicated support staff in our supplier’s organisations. This means that you will receive a dedicated account manager and credit controller who you can contact directly to discuss your contract.