Award

Water Retail Services

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

14 Apr 2025 at 08:34

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for its Water Retail Services, specifically for water distribution and related services. The call-off from the NEPO311 Water Retail Services Solution contract covers the period from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2028, with an optional extension of 12 months. Located in the North East of the United Kingdom, this contract was awarded through a selective procurement process from a framework agreement. The total value of the contract is £20,975,227, with key dates including the tender period ending on 26 March 2025 and the contract period starting on 1 April 2025 and ending on 31 March 2029. The procurement stage is classified as ‘Award’ as of 14 April 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the water distribution and related services sector. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given the inclusive nature of the procurement criteria. The service demands spanning several years ensure a steady revenue stream and potential for long-term partnership with Durham County Council. Companies with the capability to provide comprehensive water retail services will find this tender an attractive prospect to enhance their portfolio and expand their market presence in the North East region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Water Retail Services

Notice Description

Water Retail Services Call-off from NEPO311 Water Retail Services Solution 01 April 2025 - 31 March 2028 plus 1 x 12 month optional extension

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-816e4fa7-640e-4869-8e7c-e812d2990562
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/187da3ac-4461-4eca-b87f-24baac4e30d4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

65100000 - Water distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,975,227 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,975,227 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 4-5 years
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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Guy Aynsley
Contact Email
guy.aynsley@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UL
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANGLIAN WATER BUSINESS (NATIONAL) LIMITED (T/A WAVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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