We are primarily tasked with providing power transmission services, system services and facilitating the energy market. Our core tasks follow from our appointment as grid operator under the Dutch 'Elektriciteitswet' (E-wet) and the German 'Energiewirtschaftsgesetz' (EnWG).
Our key tasks
Innovation
TenneT presents Hub and Spoke concept for large scale wind energy on the North Sea.
Read moreOur grid
TenneT manages the high-voltage grid in the Netherlands and large parts of Germany. TenneT transmits electricity at 110,000 volts (110 kV) and higher. With around 24,500 kilometres of high-voltage lines, we cross borders and connect countries.
Offshore Outlook 2050
Already by 2030, the originally planned capacity of 15 gigawatts of offshore wind energy will increase to 20 GW.
To Offshore Outlook 2050Electricity market
The energy sector is developing rapidly. The process of European market integration began some years ago. Its purpose is to create a single European market that enables market parties to trade gas and electricity across national borders easily and efficiently.
Transparency data
We provide transparency data on our operations on our Dutch and German transparency page and on ENTSO-E.
To transparency pagesE-Insights
Our vision is to be one of the most transparent Transmission System Operators (TSO) in Europe and thereby creating value for society. In this Energy Insights section we present selected energy related topics and show data, information and valuable insights.
Company
TenneT is a leading European electricity transmission system operator (TSO), with activities in the Netherlands and in Germany. We strive to ensure a reliable and uninterrupted supply of electricity in our high-voltage grid for some 42 million people.
We are TenneT
Meet usProcurement policy
When it comes to purchasing products and services, TenneT’s procurement policy is based on European laws and regulations, our own corporate policy and best practices in procurement management.
When it comes to purchasing products and services, TenneT’s procurement policy is based on European laws and regulations, our own corporate policy and best practices in procurement management. Transparency and non-discrimination underline all our purchasing processes. Key aspects of our purchasing policy include:
General terms and conditions of purchase
We have set up general terms and conditions of purchase. Additional agreements may be concluded for specific products or services.
Cost of ownership
We strive to control and reduce the total cost of ownership, aiming for the ‘most economic offer’: an optimum balance between quality, cost and service life.
Encouraging free-market operation
We encourage fair and free operation of the market to ensure a sufficient and competitive supply of the wide range of specialized products and services that we purchase.
Purchasing contracts
Expenditure on products and services is covered by purchasing contracts, which are drawn up in a clear and professional manner. We enter into various types of short-term and long-term contracts and recognition arrangements. These are recorded in our vendor base along with those suppliers who meet our requirements.
Principles of Procurement
Contact Purchasing Germany (Supply Chain Management)
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Procurement procedures
TenneT follows various procedures when purchasing products and services. These are laid down in European law and in our corporate procurement policy.
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Financial reports
TenneT publishes integrated reports, including financial statements and key figures, on an annual and semi-annual bases that give an insight into our financial and operational performance.
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Safety at TenneT
TenneT attaches great importance to safety. Every day we are aware of the risks associated with our activities. TenneT wants every employee to return home safely at the end of each working day.
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