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Legionella and Water Testing Services to Schools and Non-School Properties

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

  • Contract Timeline

    Publication Date

    16th June 2025 10:46:46 AM

  • Contract Summary

    East Sussex County Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the provision of regular water hygiene testing services, specifically focused on Legionella control. The services must be delivered in accordance with the Approved Code of Practice and Guidance (ACOP L8) for the control of Legionella bacteria in water systems. Testing will be carried out across a range of public buildings, facilities, and delegated sites, including schools and community resource buildings. Legionella pneumophilia, a naturally occurring bacterium in water, thrives in water systems with temperatures conducive to its growth, such as hot water systems or storage tanks during summer. This bacterium can cause Legionellosis, which includes the severe Legionnaires' disease and the milder Pontiac fever. Legionnaires' disease is a potentially fatal form of pneumonia. Although the risk of contracting Legionellosis from Council premises is generally low, a proactive and managed approach to water system maintenance is essential to mitigate risks, raise awareness of standards, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The selected contractor will be responsible for: • Identification and Assessment: Inspecting, surveying, and testing water services in Council properties, and conducting Legionella Risk Assessments. • Prevention: Managing risks through prevention, control, and necessary water treatment/remedial works. This includes considering risk mitigation before commencing work. • Control: Implementing control measures where Legionella risk is suspected, such as maintaining clean water systems, preventing water stagnation, and properly controlling water spray release.

  • Contract Details

    Open Contracting ID

    ocds-b5fd17-ccd5684c-b136-4921-b0b0-bb6d0b0afd6d

    Publication Source

    Contracts Finder

    Procurement Stage

    Award

    Procurement Method

    Selective

    Procurement Method Details

    Call-off From A Framework Agreement

    Procurement Category

    Services

    Tender Suitability

    SME

    Framework / DPS

    Framework

  • Contract Classification

    CPV Code(s)

    90733000

    CPV Division(s)

    90 - Sewage-, refuse-, cleaning-, and environmental services

  • Awarding Authority

    EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

    Buyer Name

    Dave Emmanuel

    Buyer Email

    david.emmanuel@eastsussex.gov.uk

    Buyer Phone

    01273336182

    Buyer Address

    County Hall

    LEWES

    BN71UE

    England

  • Awarded Supplier(s)

    Supplier Name(s)

    HSL COMPLIANCE LTD

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