How to Navigate Energy Procurement: A Guide for Commercial Enterprises
Energy costs are a significant concern for businesses across the UK. Rising energy prices, fluctuating markets, and increasingly complex regulations can make finding the right energy deal feel like navigating a maze. Specialising in expert energy procurement, Energy Oasis can help you simplify the process and help your business secure the most cost-effective energy solutions tailored to their needs.
What is Energy Procurement?
Energy procurement refers to the process of sourcing and managing energy contracts that meet an organisation's operational needs and financial goals. For businesses, this isn’t as simple as just choosing a supplier, you need to be able to find the perfect balance between cost, contract terms, and sustainability.
Effective energy procurement impacts your business in several critical ways:
Cost Management: With energy prices constantly fluctuating, the right procurement strategy can help minimise expenses.
Sustainability Goals: Many organisations are aligning their energy supply with green initiatives, such as sourcing renewable energy options.
Long-Term Business Planning: Securing favourable long-term contracts reduces financial uncertainty and aids in forecasting operational costs.
Getting it right takes expertise, market knowledge, and perfect timing—factors that can feel overwhelming if you're unsure where to begin.
The Energy Procurement Process
Energy procurement involves a series of steps that require meticulous planning and execution.
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The first step is monitoring energy markets to identify favourable conditions for buying. Prices can fluctuate wildly due to changes in demand, geopolitical events, and commodity prices. Without the right tools or knowledge, businesses risk overpaying or locking into unfavourable terms.
We help by having our experts track wholesale energy prices daily, leveraging industry insights to recommend the best times to lock in contracts.
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With dozens of suppliers offering varying contract types—fixed, flexible, or hybrid—it can be daunting to select the right one. Negotiating terms that align with your business’s unique energy profile requires skill and industry connections.
From fixed-rate stability to flexible contracts that capitalise on market dips, we tailor agreements to fit your business. Our long-standing relationships with suppliers ensure you get the best deal possible.
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Procurement doesn’t end after signing a contract. Validating invoices, monitoring changes in energy usage, and renegotiating mid-contract can save businesses thousands of pounds over time.
We provide ongoing contract management, monthly bill validation, and account for day-to-day energy-related queries, lightening the administrative burden on your team.
The Energy Oasis Approach to Energy Procurement
At Energy Oasis, we pride ourselves on being much more than a broker. Our holistic approach ensures we don’t just secure the best deals but also optimise how businesses use and manage energy, through our services:
Bill Validation
We meticulously review your utility bills to uncover errors and discrepancies, ensuring you never pay a penny more than necessary.
Electricity and Gas Brokerage
Our brokerage services combine negotiation power and strategic insight to secure favourable rates and reduce your overall energy expenses.
Water and Telecom Optimisation
Our expertise extends beyond electricity and gas—we streamline water and telecom contracts to cut costs without compromising quality.
PPA Brokerage
If your business generates surplus energy, we’ll ensure you secure the highest returns by connecting you with reliable buyers through our Power Purchase Agreement services.
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Saxon Quality Foods has partnered with Linton Chapel Associates, part of the Energy Oasis group, since 2017. Discovering the volatility of the wholesale energy market, Saxon depended on our insights to time their procurement perfectly. Weekly market trackers allowed them to avoid peaks and lock in contracts at the most advantageous points in the market cycle.
Through our invoice validation services, we ensured monthly bills were accurate, uncovering and correcting discrepancies. Our personalised service, led by account manager Dave Amann, established trust and delivered results. Saxon Quality Foods continues to save money year after year thanks to our expertise.
Take the Next Step with Energy Oasis
Navigating the complexities of energy procurement doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With Energy Oasis, you gain a trusted partner who ensures your energy strategy delivers both immediate savings and long-term sustainability.
Get the best energy deal for your business. Contact Energy Oasis for expert energy procurement services today.