Award

Interim NAV Markets

O F W A T

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Award

17 Dec 2025 at 12:05

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

O F W A T has concluded an award for the tender titled "Interim NAV Markets," aimed at supporting the implementation of NAV licensing reform as outlined in Ofwat's consultation in October 2025. This procurement falls under the Research and Development services category, with regions in England and Wales specified for delivery. The procurement was conducted via direct method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The award was published on 17 December 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1 January 2026 and conclude by 31 March 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in consultancy services within the research and development sector to support Ofwat's regulatory initiatives. The project could enhance visibility and credibility in the industry, providing a platform for future contracts. Given the procurement's nature and the direct allocation method, businesses with strong expertise in regulatory reforms and consultancy within the water industry could find this tender particularly advantageous for growth and networking.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim NAV Markets

Notice Description

Support Ofwat's implementation of NAV licensing reform (set out in Ofwat's October 2025 consultation)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fe88469b-e1de-4d60-9ba7-cd7819bf0922
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37fba728-a829-4945-9ab9-3cbd1910d1dd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£51,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£51,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
Evgeny Kheyman
Contact Email
evgeny.kheyman@ofwat.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01216447533

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NEXTGEN RECRUITS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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