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DWP Water Safety Management Services

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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26 Mar 2025 at 14:30

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has concluded the procurement process for "DWP Water Safety Management Services" within the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement aimed to ensure compliance with statutory duties related to water safety across the DWP's estate, adhering to UK Health and Safety Legislation, including COSHH, HSG274, and L8 ACOP standards. The process was conducted as an open procedure, and the contract has been awarded to SMS Environmental Ltd. The estimated contract value is £1,021,758 GBP, with the contract period starting on 14th July 2025 and ending on 13th July 2028, encompassing diverse locations such as British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in water safety management services and compliance with health and safety regulations. Firms with expertise in controlling water systems and preventing legionella bacteria exposure could particularly benefit. Although the contract was awarded to a large scale enterprise, this project exemplifies the potential for similar tenders to provide substantial business opportunities for companies operating within the specified service domain. By engaging in such public procurement processes, businesses can establish strong governmental partnerships, enhance their portfolios, and contribute to vital public health and safety initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DWP Water Safety Management Services

Notice Description

Contract Award Notice for DWP Water Safety Management Services - The Supplier shall assist the Buyer in complying with its statutory duty to manage water safety across the Buyer's estate and comply with all UK Health and Safety Legislation and guidance including but not limited to compliance with COSHH, HSG274 and L8 ACOP in relation to the control of water systems and the risk from exposure to legionella bacteria.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e24b4145-5914-4348-9205-bc2200442cd7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2171acb7-e16d-4a71-96bc-631d78c2bac6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,021,758 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,021,758 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2025 - 13 Jul 2028 3-4 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
DWP Commercial Directorate, Estates
Contact Email
cdestates.categoryteam@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WESTMINSTER, LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMS ENVIRONMENTAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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