Background

A prominent educational institution in the Waikato operates a large campus with boarding facilities, relying heavily on natural gas for heating and hot water. Energy costs represent a significant portion of its operating budget, making cost control a priority.

The Challenge

As the school’s existing gas contract approached renewal, the incumbent supplier presented a renewal offer. While straightforward, the proposed rates were substantially higher than current market prices. Accepting the offer would have locked the school into two more years of inflated costs, putting pressure on budgets that could otherwise support educational programs. The school needed:

• A cost-effective solution without sacrificing service quality.
• A smooth transition with minimal administrative burden.
• Confidence that the new contract would remain competitive over time.

The Solution

Total Utilities conducted a comprehensive review of the school’s gas usage and current contract terms. Leveraging market expertise and supplier relationships, the team:

1. Benchmarked the incumbent’s renewal offer against competitive market rates.
2. Ran a competitive tender process with multiple suppliers.
3. Negotiated favorable terms and managed the transition seamlessly.

The Outcome

The new gas supply contract delivered $57,000 in savings over two years compared to the incumbent’s renewal offer. Additional benefits included:

• Transparent pricing and improved contract terms
• Budget certainty with locked-in competitive rates
• Confidence in long-term cost control

Key Insights

• Benchmarking renewal offers can uncover significant savings.
• Competitive tendering drives better pricing and terms.
• Expert procurement support ensures compliance and reduces risk.

“Total Utilities made the process simple and delivered real savings. Their expertise gave us confidence that we were getting the best deal.” – School Business Manager

How Total Utilities Can Help Your Business

Don’t let rising energy costs eat into your bottom line. At Total Utilities, we help Kiwi businesses lock in the most competitive natural gas rates available. Our expert team keeps an eye on market trends, negotiates on your behalf, and makes sure you get the best deal—saving you time and money. Take control of your energy costs today. 👉 Get in touch with Total Utilities now and start optimising your natural gas pricing to future-proof your business.