In the energy industry, a Letter of Authority (LOA) essentially enables a third party intermediary (TPI) to speak to and negotiate with Suppliers on the customer’s behalf.

In cases, where the customer has given the TPI the authority to sign a contract on their behalf, it is important that;

• LOA is signed by someone in a position of authority, e.g. Director, Procurement Manager, Head of Finance or Facilities Manager.
• The customer should provide supporting written confirmation to the TPI/Supplier.
• The LOA should specify the TPI’s authority to “Sign” contracts on behalf of the customer.
• The LOA should be dated within the last 6 months when being used as authority to sign a contract on behalf of the customer.
• If commission is referenced in the LOA, the TPI should explain to the customer and put in writing what this is and how it is paid to them.

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