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Gate 3 Programme Review (RAPID)

O F W A T

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01 Oct 2025 at 13:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Gate 3 Programme Review (RAPID)" has been completed, with the awarding organisation being the Water Services Regulation Authority, known as OFWAT, located in Birmingham, England (postal code B5 4UA). The process was classified under the industry category for consulting services in water-supply and waste consultancy. This procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage concluded with a contract awarded on 23rd August 2024, and the contract period runs from 6th September 2024 to 31st March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in consulting services related to water supply and waste. Participation in such frameworks allows SMEs to demonstrate their expertise and build solid reputations in the public sector, consequently aiding in business growth. The selective method of procurement often ensures that experienced and well-qualified businesses are invited, allowing for a more focused competition amongst suitable suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gate 3 Programme Review (RAPID)

Notice Description

Gate 3 Programme Review (RAPID)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e73d4a3f-3689-4b79-80e1-258ccbecd816
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7528ecb-2a7b-4084-bc45-61e69a1b3def
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,321 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 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
O F W A T
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ofwat.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HR WALLINGFORD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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