What is a dynamic market in public sector procurement?

A dynamic market is an electronic procurement tool that gives public sector organisations access to a list of pre-approved suppliers. It replaces Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) under the Procurement Act 2023 and offers greater flexibility, broader scope and better supplier access. Fidelity Energy's Dynamic Market runs under the Act, and we manage each call-off from start to finish while the decision stays with your panel.

How is a dynamic market different from a DPS?

A dynamic market is more flexible than a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) and can be used to buy a wider range of goods and services, although the two are similar in structure. Suppliers can join at any time, and tenders run through a competitive flexible procedure. Dynamic markets replace DPS under the Procurement Act 2023, and Fidelity Energy's Dynamic Market runs under that Act.

Is using a dynamic market compliant with procurement regulations?

Yes. Dynamic markets are designed to meet the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023, and Fidelity Energy's Dynamic Market runs under it. Using a compliant route to market helps protect your organisation from legal challenges, financial penalties and audit risk. We manage each call-off from start to finish with a full evidence trail, and the award decision stays with your panel.

Can dynamic markets support sustainability goals?

Yes. A dynamic market lets organisations build sustainability criteria and renewable energy options into procurement, supporting carbon reduction targets and wider ESG objectives. Because Fidelity Energy agrees the evaluation criteria with your team before a tender goes out, those goals can be part of how suppliers are judged. Green energy tariffs from renewable providers can also help you reduce Scope 2 emissions.

Public sector energy procurement via a dynamic market

Q: How does the tendering process work within a dynamic market?

Tendering in a dynamic market runs through a competitive flexible procedure (CFP). Fidelity Energy agrees the evaluation criteria with your team, then the tender goes out electronically to every qualified supplier in the market. Suppliers have at least 10 days to respond. We evaluate the responses against your criteria and make a recommendation with the full evidence trail, and your panel chooses the most suitable supplier.

A compliant route to market, run for you

Our Dynamic Market runs under the Procurement Act 2023. We manage each call-off from start to finish, and the decision stays with your panel.

Agree your criteria

We set the evaluation criteria with your team before anything goes out.

The tender goes out

Electronically, to every qualified supplier in the market. Suppliers can join at any time.

Suppliers respond

They have at least 10 days to return a tender at call-off.

We evaluate

Against your criteria, with a recommendation and the full evidence trail.

Your panel awards

We publish the notices and manage the contract from there.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust left its old framework through our Dynamic Market. Prices came in £4m lower over 2.5 years, and a meter billed on estimated usage led to a refund of more than £1m.

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KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS

Compliant, flexible procurement through dynamic markets

Dynamic markets provide an open, evolving supplier pool, allowing you to access pre-approved providers and maintain competition without repeated re-tendering. We ensure your procurement aligns with the Procurement Act 2023, protecting your organisation from legal, financial, and audit risk.

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Unrivalled Market Access

Leverage exclusive supplier relationships to access competitive tariffs tailored to your consumption, typically unavailable when procuring direct.

Bespoke Electricity Strategies

Customised to your electricity needs, we align specific tariffs with your unique usage patterns and strategic business goals.

Zero-Friction Switching

We handle your entire transition from start to finish. Experience a seamless switch with zero downtime, no administrative burden, and optimised pricing.

GETTING STARTED

How it works

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When you’re ready to procure, we run a competitive flexible procedure (CFP), issuing tenders and evaluating responses to secure the best-fit solution for your organisation. This approach ensures pricing remains market-tested at the point of need, while maintaining full compliance and audit transparency.

Our fully electronic process streamlines tendering, reducing administrative burden while ensuring transparency and competitive pricing at every stage.

Define your procurement needs

We assess your energy requirements, objectives, and compliance needs to shape the right procurement strategy.

Access competitive supplier solutions

Our Dynamic Market connects you with approved suppliers through a transparent, competitive process to secure the best-fit energy solution.

Procure with confidence

We manage the full procurement journey, from supplier evaluation to contract award, ensuring a compliant and seamless experience.

Our renewable energy solutions

We’re passionate about supporting organisations beyond procurement. That’s why our portfolio extends beyond gas and electricity to include comprehensive, renewable energy solutions.

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Solar PV panels

Decrease your reliance on the grid and reduce your carbon footprint with on-site electricity generation.

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EV charging

By adding EV charging to your premises, you can enable low-emission transport for fleets, staff and visitors.

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Green energy tariffs

Sourced from renewable providers, these tariffs will help you to reduce Scope 2 emissions.

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Voltage optimisation

Regulate incoming electricity to optimal levels, avoiding waste energy, as well as increasing the life of your appliances.

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Why choose Fidelity Energy?

Unrivalled Market Access

Zero-Friction Switching

Bespoke Energy Strategies

Unrivalled Market Access

Zero-Friction Switching

Bespoke Energy Strategies

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