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    Fixed

    A fixed contract is the same for electricity or gas, when all the cost elements of a contract (commodity and non-commodity) [Visit our page here for the different types of NCC] are lumped together in a unit rate, and you are shown a total price.

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    Pass Through

    Applicable to both Fixed and Flexible energy contracts, a ‘Pass Through’ contract is just the way the Non Commodity Cost (NCC) element can be priced. NCCs are now the majority share of your unit rate, making up between 60-65% of the charge...

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    Flexible

    Whereas a Fixed contract has all the cost elements locked in for the duration, including the commodity or energy element, a Flexible contract does not have the energy part factored in when the contract is signed.

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    Flex Baskets

    DB Group proudly offer basket procurement for our lower energy usage customers to help them save money.

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Do you know your fixed from a flexible? Were you told the definitions years ago and not got time to investigate the differences now? Some energy managers we talk to do, some don’t. We understand, you are very busy people, many plates juggling and spinning.

WE KNOW STUFF, SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO

It’s our job to know the industry inside and out, only that way can we recommend a product that’s really right for you. Our experts are more than happy to talk you through each contract type, whether that’s an overview or really in depth.

FIXED CONTRACTS:

DB Group can provide a fully fixed contract which includes all charges relating to your energy supply including the wholesale energy cost, transportation & distribution costs & any government taxes & levies (excluding VAT & CCL – Climate Change Levy) for an agreed term at a fixed agreed rate across the contract term. For more info please go here

PASS THROUGH:

Probably best described as a partially-fixed contract in that, while you agree to a fixed price and to purchase your energy consumed, not all rates and charges are paid for upfront and so will be added to your bill on an ad-hoc basis (at the appropriate rate agreed at the time). For more info please go here

FLEXIBLE CONTRACTS:

A flexible contract is the opposite of a fully fixed contract. Using internal and external systems DB Group will monitor prices achieved and manage risk thusly; greater risk can yield greater savings where market moves are advantageous to the current position. For more information please contact our energy trading team or for more information please see our blog detailing the potential risks and rewards of a flexible contract. For more info please go here

  • Expertise in all contract types: we cover all types so we can ensure you understand all the options
  • Knowledge: we want to understand your business, and can identify the contract for you based on our knowledge of the different products
  • Independent advice: we want the best for you, and aren’t under pressure to sell any particular type or to a particular supplier
  • Analysis: we take the time to understand your consumption, appetite for risk, budget requirements before recommending

  • Glenmorangie

    The entire Glenmorangie team are delighted with the support DB Group offer and the way they conduct their business- very professional. We have achieved savings of 55% during this period and identified area’s to focus and maintain savings in a structured approach going forward.

    — Michael Scotland-Facilities & Projects Director

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car UK

    DB Group have been a great Utility Partner and provided us with a robust service — they took away the hassle we faced with energy providers, we wouldn’t be without them.

    — Karen Warrington, Group Operations Manager

  • Footasylum

    Absolutely brilliant work. Having DB Water as a single point of contact has simplified the management of our water accounts and I have the confidence that any work that needs done will be completed satisfactorily!

    — Facilities Manager, Footasylum

  • Whitelink

    “DB Enviro’s Realtime Online HACCP wireless platform has proved to be an outstanding solution for us in the continuous monitoring of our chills and freezers. The software is really simple to use and also offers us different options to monitor and audit the chill and freezer temperatures, this is very important for our quality system and something our BRC certification and customers expect from us. Throughout this transition we have experienced excellent service and support from the DB Group Environmental team”

    — Lynda Maxwell, QA Technical Manager:

  • Glenmuir

    DB Comms has been one of our trusted technology advisors for several years, they’ve always gone the extra mile to understand our business and offer solutions that fit our requirements. As a result, myself and my fellow Directors would have no hesitation in recommending DB Comms to any other company looking to review and upgrade their current technology solutions.

    — Fiona Barclay, Finance Director

  • LED Project at IQ Aberdeen

    ‘Following a tender process to replace all light fittings in our undercover car park to LEDs DB Group were awarded the contract. The car park is beneath a hotel, used by tenants during the day and members of the public in the evening proved a challenge. An initial strategy was agreed for the installation of the light fittings which had to be reviewed and amended not long after work commenced. DB and their sub-contractor were very accommodating and flexible in their approach allowing the project to be completed within an acceptable timescale.

    Light fittings suit the car park environment and to date, we have achieved a 60% reduction in energy costs. A saving in maintenance costs should also be achieved over time due to the reduced replacement of parts.

    DB Group met the needs of the project and provided this service with very limited disruption to our tenants’

    — Sandra MacDonald at Knight Frank

  • George Watson's College

    Just thought I would drop you a brief note of thanks for the work you have done for the School in auditing our water bills and in identifying potential water saving measures for the future. I have been very impressed with the way in which you have worked with the School, causing minimal disruption and inconvenience to staff and in achieving real savings. I will certainly consider you for future work on our gas and electricity contracts next year and have passed your details on to our Director of IT Services to consider for telecoms.

    — Bursar, George Watson's College

  • Robert Gordon's College

    Since joining RGC in 2011 I have gradually extended our engagement with DB Water as our trusted utility supply chain adviser. This engagement has reduced rates, increased awareness of utility usage and is beginning to initiate and support sustainability initiatives across the school.

    — Mr Andrew Lowden, Director of Finance Robert Gordon's College

  • Vittoria

    DB Comms have really become part of Team Tony and they look after all my comms and advise on how I can improve communications with our guests and suppliers. They take ownership and responsibility and another important part of my business put to bed – another thing I don’t need to worry about.

    — Tony Crolla, Owner Vittoria

  • Get Digital Scotland

    “DB Comms have been extremely helpful, responsive and supportive of this project. They have enabled
    us to quickly deliver digital access to the people we support. This will change lives.”

    — Jamie Trout, Digital Inclusion Programme Manager

  • Diageo

    I highly recommend DB group for any Environmental needs as Bryan and the team really do go over and above to make sure the customer’s needs are met.

    — Jay Christie-Environmental Manager

  • Indapubs

    We selected DB Group with the aim of reducing our water suppliers across our group of pubs, and ideally reducing our costs. DB Group far exceeded our expectations; they not only successfully reduced our costs and found a single supplier, but also identified and secured a £14,000 credit owed to us. We have no hesitation in recommending their services.

    — Operations consultant | Inda pubs

  • Yorkshire Building Society

    As a client YBS is extremely pleased with the service Bryan and his team offer. They are honest, hardworking, have great knowledge of the legislation and have always gone the extra mile when asked!

    — Elliot Kilbride, Environmental and Facilities Coordinator

  • Knight Frank

    DB and their sub-contractor were very accommodating and flexible in their approach allowing the project to be completed within an acceptable timescale.  DB Group met the needs of the project and provided a service with very limited disruption to our tenants

    — Sandra MacDonald, Site Building Manager

  • George Heriot's School

    The lighting was installed on time and the installation teams were punctual and informative.  The LED lighting will provide the school with a 74% reduction in lighting costs as well as reducing heat levels within our classrooms.  We would have no hesitation to recommend DB Enviro to our peers, partners and the wider community.

    — -Andrew MacLachlan,Estates Manager

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