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Supply and Servicing of Portable Gas Detectors

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 May 2025 at 10:17

Tender

22 Apr 2024 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the contract titled "Supply and Servicing of Portable Gas Detectors" was overseen by United Utilities Water Limited, a major organisation in the water industry in the UK. This procurement, identified as PRO004730 and classified under CPV code 38543000 for gas-detection equipment, aimed to enhance the safety of employees in areas with potential gas hazards. The process, conducted as an open procedure, moved from the tender stage in April 2024 to the award and contract completion stages by May 2025. Two lots were initially planned, covering the servicing of existing gas detectors and the supply and servicing of new ones, but both were subsequently cancelled. The contracts were eventually awarded to 7 Solutions, valued at £250,000, and to Breathe Safety Ltd, valued at £650,000, within the UKD region.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in safety equipment and services pertinent to gas detection. Companies within this sector, particularly those capable of fulfilling comprehensive supply and maintenance contracts, are well-suited to compete. The open procurement process ensures fair competition, thereby allowing large-scale suppliers to potentially secure substantial contracts with prominent organisations like United Utilities Water Limited. With a focus on safety and maintenance services, the tender aligns well with businesses offering innovative gas detection solutions and robust support services, fostering opportunities for business growth and long-term partnerships.

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Notice Title

Supply and Servicing of Portable Gas Detectors

Notice Description

United Utilities (UU) require portable gas detection equipment for the safety of colleagues within confined spaces or areas where potentially hazardous gases may be encountered.

Lot Information

Servicing of Existing Portable Gas Detectors

United Utilities (UU) require portable gas detection equipment for the safety of colleagues within confined spaces or areas where potentially hazardous gases may be encountered. Lot 1 is for servicing of the existing portable gas detectors.

Supply and Servicing of New Portable Gas Detectors

United Utilities (UU) require portable gas detection equipment for the safety of colleagues within confined spaces or areas where potentially hazardous gases may be encountered. Lot 2 is for the supply and servicing of new portable gas detectors.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045437
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025972-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

38431100 - Gas-detection apparatus

38432100 - Gas-analysis apparatus

38543000 - Gas-detection equipment

38545000 - Gas-testing kits

50413100 - Repair and maintenance services of gas-detection equipment

90731500 - Toxic gas detection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
Contact Name
Ryan Seddon
Contact Email
ryan.seddon@uuplc.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7721670012

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA5 3LP
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

7 SOLUTIONS

BREATHE SAFETY

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