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Supply of Water

OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE)

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24 Feb 2025 at 15:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Open University, located in Milton Keynes, England, has engaged with The Energy Consortium (TEC) to secure a contract for the supply of water. This procurement falls under the industry category of water distribution and related services. A direct award was made to Anglia Water Business (National) Limited T/A Wave from the TEC Fully Managed Water, WashWater and Ancillary Services Framework (TECPR00029). The tender process utilised a selective procurement method, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded on 1st October 2024, with the contract period commencing on 28th October 2024 and concluding on 27th October 2028. The total contract value is £528,888 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in water distribution, meter reading services, and energy-efficiency consultancy services. SMEs are particularly encouraged to engage, as the suitability criteria include a preference for small and medium-sized enterprises. Businesses that specialise in providing comprehensive water supply and related services will find this contract beneficial for long-term growth and stability. The direct engagement with The Open University, a prominent educational institution, ensures steady demand and enhances the reputation of the supplier in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Supply of Water

Notice Description

The Open University have engaged with The Energy Consortium (TEC) to secure a contract for Water Supply. The University has awarded to a supplier to provide the Universities buildings with Water. A direct award was made from the TEC Fully Managed Water, WashWater and Ancillary Services Framework TECPR00029

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cd182a80-7234-4e92-89ff-7c257a53ad5b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bd91859-7d26-4cd0-80e0-ab01d512cc56
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

65100000 - Water distribution and related services

65500000 - Meter reading service

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£528,888 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£528,888 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2028 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE)
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
fbs-procurement@open.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01908655814

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK7 6AA
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Monkston
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANGLIA WATER BUSINESS (NATIONAL) LIMITED T/A WAVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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