WME Energy Frameworks approved by DfE

West Mercia Energy (WME) is pleased to announce that its Flexible Gas and Flexible Electricity frameworks have once again been approved by the Department for Education (DfE) following a detailed review of energy procurement solutions for schools and academy trusts.

Having first achieved DfE approval in 2022, this latest review reinforces WME's position as a trusted provider of compliant energy procurement frameworks for the education sector.

Trusted Energy Procurement for Schools and Academy Trusts
Choosing the right energy procurement route is essential for schools and trusts seeking to achieve value for money while remaining compliant with procurement legislation.

The DfE’s review provides schools with confidence that WME's frameworks continue to meet the standards expected of approved framework providers.

For over 35 years, WME has supported the public sector with expert energy procurement, delivering fully managed services to more than 3,000 schools, academy trusts and public sector organisations across the UK.

Supporting the Department for Education
WME is proud to work closely with the Department for Education in supporting schools to achieve compliant, efficient and value-for-money procurement, supporting the Maximising Value for Pupils programme by helping schools make informed purchasing decisions, improve budget certainty and reduce unnecessary administration through expert energy procurement and contract management.

New Academy Trust Handbook Guidance
The Department for Education now recommends that academy trusts use one of its approved energy framework providers when procuring gas and electricity.

Looking for a DfE-Approved Energy Framework?
Whether your current energy contract is coming to an end or you're reviewing your procurement strategy, WME's DfE-approved Flexible Gas and Flexible Electricity frameworks provide a trusted, compliant route to market backed by decades of public sector experience.