Tender

Water Retail Services

THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED

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Tender

23 Sep 2024 at 08:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Association of North East Councils Limited, trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO), is seeking tenders for Water Retail Services. This procurement, categorised under Water distribution and related services (CPV 65100000), is part of a framework agreement aimed at reducing consumption and supporting user efficiency schemes through Automatic Meter Reading and associated services. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with interested parties required to submit their Selection Questionnaire and tender response through the NEPO eTender system by 23rd October 2024. The contract period is set to start on 1st April 2025 and end on 31st March 2029, covering locations within the United Kingdom, with a project value estimated at £120,000,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in water retail services, meter reading technologies, and utility efficiency consulting. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, provided they hold a valid Water Supply and Sewerage Licence as issued by Ofwat. The framework agreement offers long-term engagement with a comprehensive scope that includes the provision of innovative solutions to reduce water consumption. Businesses with capabilities in these areas can leverage this procurement to expand their market reach and establish a stable revenue stream over the contract period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Water Retail Services

Notice Description

The Association of North East Councils Trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) is seeking tenders for water retail services. At the time of submitting an SQ, and throughout the life of the Framework Agreement, tenderers must hold a valid Water Supply and Sewerage Licence with the appropriate retail authorisation, as issued by Ofwat. Also included within the scope of the Framework Agreement is the provision of Automatic Meter Reading and associated services and systems. The Framework Agreement will also include provisions for assisting in the reduction of consumption and supporting users efficiency schemes. The opportunity can be accessed via the NEPO eTender system (Open). Suppliers wishing to be considered for this Framework Contract must register their expression of interest and submit the selection questionnaire and tender response through the Open eTendering System. If not already registered, suppliers should register on the Open eTendering System at https://www.open-uk.org/ Selection Questionnaire and Tender responses must be submitted using the link above. Selection Questionnaire and Tender responses submitted via postal or email methods will not be accepted. If you need technical assistance from the Open Support team, this can be requested via open.support@nepo.org PLEASE NOTE: Open is accessible 24/7 however, technical support is available Monday - Thursday 8:30 - 5pm and Friday 8.30 - 4.30pm For guidance on how to submit your response through Open, please visit https://www.open-hub.org/training to access the available Training Guides.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e078b87e-2c8c-420b-b46f-f857c6eaccdd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e935c30-e92f-410e-91be-7bb3da4dae47
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

65100000 - Water distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 4-5 years
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
THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED
Contact Name
Marie Forster
Contact Email
energy@nepo.org
Contact Phone
0191 638 0040

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 3DF
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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