Tender

Targeted Review of Asset Health and Resilience in the Water Industry

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)

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Tender

09 Jan 2017 at 17:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) is seeking proposals for a targeted review of asset health and resilience in the water industry, identified as tender MT191089. This procurement falls under the industry category of auditing services and is set in various regions across the United Kingdom, including the North East, Yorkshire and the Humber, and London. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with an end date set for 25 January 2017. The total contract value is approximately £115,000, with a minimum value of £90,000. The procurement follows an open procedure, indicating that all interested suppliers may participate.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies with expertise in auditing services, asset management, and performance monitoring. Firms well-suited to compete would include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in the water sector, technology providers focusing on condition assessment, and organisations offering innovative methodologies for asset health evaluations. Engaging in this project could enhance their visibility and establish long-term relationships within the water industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Targeted Review of Asset Health and Resilience in the Water Industry

Notice Description

Objectives The targeted review of Water Company asset health and resilience will- Provide a comprehensive assessment of asset health reporting which will include the identification of outliers. Enable Ofwat to assess whether companies are taking full ownership of, and responsibility for, asset health. Evaluate the relative balance of performance and condition monitoring/assessment within the context of new technology Evaluate the assurance which companies receive for new assets 2 Scope The scope of this work includes assessing company's evaluation, management and interventions with regards asset health. Any recommendations for alternative approaches for PR19 should be within the context of the overall framework of a total expenditure approach to cost assessment and the outcomes framework. Recommendations should aim to enhance customer legitimacy, enable cost effective/timely investment and provide assurance for resilience. 3 Key Tasks In order to meet the business objectives, the project will involve the Contractor performing the following tasks- Attending and leading meetings with all water companies (WASC's/WOC's) at their premises, however we would consider conducting some of the meetings via teleconference. A member of the Ofwat team will aim to support at these meetings. Discussions and short debrief with the Ofwat team following each company meeting. Input into pre-meeting briefing/information pack for companies as necessary. This may include collecting information from companies before the meeting, too. Regular weekly discussions with the Ofwat team regarding the project, next steps and highlighting any areas of concern. A weekly email to the project manager concerning budget spent, remaining and forecast expenditure for the remainder of the contract. Review of available technology and approaches for performance and condition monitoring.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7ac25ca1-1204-41b4-9df5-3a2e5adbadcc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/797f9e42-d762-4a23-a8e2-8dce591c3857
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79212000 - Auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2017 - 31 Mar 2017 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)
Contact Name
Roger Dunthorne
Contact Email
roger.dunthorne@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1216447500

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), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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