Overview
The expression of interest is expected to begin on December 19, 2025, with the deadline for expressions set for January 16, 2026. The indicative launch date for the actual negotiated procedure is January 19, 2026. Interested suppliers will need to submit their expressions of interest electronically.
The opportunity is primarily open to larger electricity utility companies, as it is marked explicitly as not suitable for SMEs. The procurement is not a grant but rather a commercial transaction wherein suppliers will receive payment for the electricity supplied to the EUIPO office. The geographical eligibility is primarily Belgium, but companies from other EU member states may also qualify depending on the final tender document specifications.
There is no exact estimate of the contract value provided, but it is described as being of low to middle value. The procurement is characterized as requiring a straightforward service delivery rather than co-funding or grants, reflecting a typical public procurement procedure adhering to EU guidelines.
Overall, this announcement serves as a precursor to the publication of a formal call for tenders in the future, guiding potential applicants in the lead-up to the submission phases. It is critical for interested parties to remain alert to these dates and prepare for the electronic submission process.
Detail
The procedure identifier is EUIPO/2026/LVP/0004-EXA. The procedure type is a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract. The lead contracting authority is the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). The main classification (CPV) is 09310000 - Electricity. The nature of the contract is supplies. The maximum contract duration is 48 months. There is no framework agreement.
Milestones:
Start date for expression of interest: 2025-12-19 Europe/Brussels
Deadline for expression of interest: 16/01/2026 06:59 Europe/Madrid
Indicative date of launch of the negotiated procedure: 2026-01-19 Europe/Madrid
Expression of interest:
Method of expression of interest: Electronic
Address for expression of interest: Express interest
Description:
La présente procédure a pour objectif de garantir l'accès au réseau et la fourniture d'électricité pour la consommation du bureau de l'EUIPO à Bruxelles (rue de la Loi, n° 223 – 1040 Bruxelles, Belgique). This translates to: The purpose of this procedure is to guarantee access to the network and the supply of electricity for the consumption of the EUIPO office in Brussels (rue de la Loi, n° 223 – 1040 Brussels, Belgium).
Estimated total value: Not specified.
A question was asked: Where can I find the procurement documents for calls for tenders with ‘ExA' in the reference? The answer is: References that feature an ‘ExA’ are not calls for tenders. They are a publication announcing the contracting authority’s intent to launch in the future a low or middle negotiated procedure. This was published on 03/10/2024 17:32.
In summary, this is a pre-announcement for a future negotiated procedure by the EUIPO to secure electricity supply for its Brussels office. The procedure is expected to be of low or middle value. Companies interested in participating should express their interest electronically, with the deadline for expression of interest being January 16, 2026. The actual call for tenders is expected to be launched around January 19, 2026. It is important to note that this announcement is not a call for tenders itself, but rather an intention to launch one in the future.
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Breakdown
Funding Type: This is a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract, which suggests a procurement or service contract. The nature of the contract is supplies.
Consortium Requirement: The information does not specify whether a single applicant or a consortium is required. It is likely open to both, but this needs to be confirmed when the actual call for tenders is published.
Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The location of the service is in Brussels, Belgium. Therefore, it is likely that the geographic eligibility is at least open to companies registered in the EU, and possibly wider depending on the specific requirements of the call when it is published.
Target Sector: The target sector is energy, specifically electricity supply.
Mentioned Countries: Belgium is explicitly mentioned as the location where the electricity supply is needed.
Project Stage: This opportunity is for the supply of electricity, so it is at the commercialization stage.
Funding Amount: The opportunity is described as a "low or middle value procedure," but the estimated total value is not specified.
Application Type: The application type will be a negotiated procedure, and an expression of interest is required initially. The method of expression of interest is electronic.
Nature of Support: The beneficiaries will receive money in exchange for the supply of electricity.
Application Stages: There will be at least two stages: an expression of interest and a negotiated procedure.
Success Rates: Success rates are not mentioned.
Co-funding Requirement: Co-funding requirements are not mentioned.
Summary:
This is a pre-announcement for a future negotiated procedure by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) to secure a contract for the supply of electricity to its Brussels office. This is not a call for tenders yet, but a publication announcing the contracting authority’s intention to publish a future negotiated low or middle value procedure. The procedure identifier is EUIPO/2026/LVP/0004-EXA. The contract will be for a maximum duration of 48 months. The main classification (CPV) code is 09310000, which relates to electricity. The start date for expression of interest is planned for 2025-12-19, with a deadline of 2026-01-16. The indicative date for the launch of the negotiated procedure is 2026-01-19. Interested parties must express their interest electronically. The actual call for tenders has not been launched yet.
Short Summary
Impact This opportunity aims to secure a reliable electricity supply for the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) in Brussels, ensuring continuous operational functionality. | Impact | This opportunity aims to secure a reliable electricity supply for the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) in Brussels, ensuring continuous operational functionality. |
Applicant Applicants should possess expertise in electricity supply and distribution, with the capacity to manage large-scale energy contracts. | Applicant | Applicants should possess expertise in electricity supply and distribution, with the capacity to manage large-scale energy contracts. |
Developments The funding is specifically for the procurement of electricity services for the EUIPO's operational needs in Brussels. | Developments | The funding is specifically for the procurement of electricity services for the EUIPO's operational needs in Brussels. |
Applicant Type Private sector companies, utility providers, and energy suppliers capable of delivering electricity services in Belgium. | Applicant Type | Private sector companies, utility providers, and energy suppliers capable of delivering electricity services in Belgium. |
Consortium This procurement opportunity is designed for single applicants, although joint bidding is not explicitly prohibited. | Consortium | This procurement opportunity is designed for single applicants, although joint bidding is not explicitly prohibited. |
Funding Amount The estimated contract value is not specified, but it is likely to be in the range of €1M–€5M or potentially higher over the 48-month duration. | Funding Amount | The estimated contract value is not specified, but it is likely to be in the range of €1M–€5M or potentially higher over the 48-month duration. |
Countries Belgium is explicitly mentioned as the location for service delivery, with potential eligibility for suppliers from other EU member states. | Countries | Belgium is explicitly mentioned as the location for service delivery, with potential eligibility for suppliers from other EU member states. |
Industry Energy sector, specifically targeting electricity supply and distribution. | Industry | Energy sector, specifically targeting electricity supply and distribution. |
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