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Smart Water Metering Capability Maturity Assessment and Reporting

O F W A T

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05 Mar 2025 at 12:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Smart Water Metering Capability Maturity Assessment and Reporting" project by Ofwat has reached the award stage. This project falls under the industry category of "Infrastructure works consultancy services" and is located in England, United Kingdom. The project involves reviewing data from water companies concerning meters and rollout activities, with a contract value of £20,000. The procurement method used was a direct single tender action, with the tender period ending on 16th February 2025. The contract period is from 24th February 2025 to 31st March 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in infrastructure consultancy services, particularly SMEs, given Ofwat's preference for such enterprises. The project requires expertise in analysing and reporting on water metering capabilities, making it suitable for companies with experience in utility services and data assessment. Baringa Services Limited, an SME, has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for smaller firms to secure government contracts and bolster their market presence through such projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Smart Water Metering Capability Maturity Assessment and Reporting

Notice Description

Review the available data from water companies on meters, rollout, and activities that could be reported.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-32183b83-b55f-42e8-a17a-3e3e31e0a430
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61f90d29-b019-40d4-b222-9f076664a14a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
O F W A T
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARINGA SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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