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A Meter Operator or (MOP contract) is only required for half hourly electricity contracts. This contract covers the supply of the meter, maintenance and the necessary telecommunications for sending consumption data to the energy supplier.
The subject of metering is often confusing for customers since privatisation, particularly since the meter operator contract is no longer part of the supply agreement. Many customers are unaware of required legislation such as the statutory requirement that sites with a maximum demand in excess of 100kW should have half-hourly metering installed as standard, and are unsure of who to contact. The process of managing the relationship between the Supplier, Meter Operator and Local Distributor is often a minefield, and is an area where many customers choose to outsource.
What is a MOP Contract
A Meter Operator (or MOP) is the company that will go to site and fit your meter and then provide ongoing meter maintenance. If your meter is going to be non-half hourly meter (NHH) your supplier will allocate the local meter operator to install metering at your site. If you require a half-hourly meter (HH) to be fitted, you will need to choose a meter operator to attend your site to fit the meter. You must arrange a contract (known as a Meter Operator Agreement or MOP contract) with your chosen meter operator in order for this work to go ahead.
MOP DC/DA Contracts
Half Hour MOP Contracts
Sites with a maximum demand of over 100kW are required to have metering installed that is capable of measuring consumption in half hourly periods. The meters are read remotely via a telecommunications link. This type of metering is governed by an industry Codes of Practice; Code 3 for sites with a maximum demand exceeding 1MW, and Code 5 for sites with a maximum demand over 100kW.
The installation of half hourly metering on sites below 100kW is optional. For sites with a maximum demand over 100kW, half hourly metering is not only mandatory, it is a prerequisite in electricity supply agreements. In order to install half-hourly metering an accredited Meter Operator must be appointed. Energy suppliers will appoint a meter operator on your behalf unless you nominate and appoint your own.
Q. How much should a meter operator agreement cost? A meter operator agreement costs from £350.00 to £500.00 per annum depending on factors such as the meter operator and the type of meter. There will usually be a separate charge for the communications link which varies from area to area.
Q. How do I get a Meter Operator Agreement set-up? Once you have chosen your meter operator, you will need to call them and arrange a contract - they will supply you with all of the necessary paperwork. The contract will include payment for the meter to be fitted as well as an annual payment for the maintenance of that meter. The MOP agreement will not organise a meter installation date. You will need to liaise with your supplier in order to get a meter installation date after you have set-up a MOP Agreement. Without this MOP Agreement in place, the meter installation date cannot be arranged.
Q. Can you arrange a Meter Operator Agreement for me? Yes, we are able to assist in all aspects related to metering and Meter Operator Agreements.
Data Collector/Data Aggregator (DA/DC)
The opportunity for consumers to nominate their own Data Collector/Data Aggregator (DA/DC) has existed since 1998. Many customers have still not taken advantage of this, leaving their chosen supplier to appoint their preferred provider. There are significant advantages nominating your own DA/DC, including enhanced data, provision often at little or no extra cost
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