Flexible purchasing, also known as risk management, gives you greater transparency when buying energy. At CUB we believe our expert knowledge and years of experience can make these contracts less of a risk but more of an investment strategy. CUB were one of the first utility brokers to offer flexible purchasing contracts which demonstrates your business will always be the first to hear proactive solutions to purchase your gas and electricity contracts.
Why Choose Flexible Purchasing?
Flexible purchasing is ideal for medium to large consumers of energy. This product allows you to stay in control of your energy usage by giving you greater transparency when buying energy. It works by allowing you as the customer access to the wholesale market on a daily basis.
Based on your portfolio and individual flexible approach, we will arrange a strategy to provide a clear direction on all purchasing decisions.
What is involved with a flexible purchasing contract?
By agreeing a flexible purchasing contract you agree to take supply of gas or electricity from a supplier for a fixed period of time (12, 24 or 36 months), this entails agreeing to be charged for the delivery of energy to your site either by passing the cost directly to you or fixing these costs at the outset of the contract.
This product can be as flexible and manageable as you need.
How will CUB assist you?
CUB will assist you with this process by tendering your supply portfolio to the market, negotiating the management charge, the contracts and options included in the offer, to ensure you receive the best competitive contract for your requirements. CUB will then be on hand to ensure you are aware of market changes and are able to take advantage of opportunities to achieve a first class delivery on price Key points to consider on flexible purchasing
• The strategy will determine set trigger points that will alert purchasing.
• Spreading the risk of purchasing over a longer period will assist in obtaining better prices
• CUB has been negotiating and managing flexible purchasing agreements since 2001 and are therefore well placed to assist with the whole process.
• No rush buying - As you have the freedom to buy ahead at any time
