Planning

PRO004912-Services-Framework-Commissioning Services

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

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Planning

18 Jun 2025 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

United Utilities Water Limited, located in Warrington in the United Kingdom, is seeking competent commissioning resources as part of a framework agreement for commissioning services across various project phases. The industry category for this procurement is Mechanical and Electrical Services. This process is currently in the planning stage, with a milestone set for market engagement by 2nd July 2025, where interested parties are encouraged to submit their company details. The procurement aims to deliver services from January 2026 to December 2030, with the possibility of renewal extending to 2035. The next communication regarding this tender will take place on 15th August 2025.

This procurement presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in mechanical and electrical engineering services, especially those adept in digital integration and smart technology commissioning. It is suitable for SMEs and offers opportunities to engage in skill development and resource provisioning. Companies that can provide flexible, scalable, and cost-effective solutions that align with strategic goals such as innovation, sustainability, and workforce development will be well-positioned to compete for this tender. Businesses focusing on water, wastewater treatment processes, and telemetry system integration will find this opportunity particularly appealing. Additionally, providing structured training will be crucial, offering valuable avenues for knowledge transfer and upskilling.

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Notice Title

PRO004912-Services-Framework-Commissioning Services

Notice Description

United Utilities are looking to to procure competent commissioning resources. Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards and aligning with United Utilities' strategic goals, including innovation, sustainability, and workforce development. Delivering flexibility to meet varying project demands and timelines and promoting cost-effectiveness through a structured and scalable approach whilst support the development of internal expertise through knowledge transfer, training, and hands-on support. United Utilities requires the provision of resources across all phases of commissioning, including but not limited to: * Planning and Preparation Development of commissioning plans and strategies. * Risk assessments and method statements. * Resource planning and mobilisation. * Execution Systematic testing and verification of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation (MEICA) systems. * Functional performance testing and integration of systems. * Issue resolution during commissioning activities. * Handover and Documentation Preparation of handover documentation and reports. * Training and knowledge transfer to operational teams. * Closeout of commissioning defects. * Specialist Expertise - Process optimisation and troubleshooting. * Commissioning of water and wastewater treatment processes. * Commissioning of Better Rivers Spill reduction projects * Commissioning of Bioresource projects. * Digital integration and smart technology commissioning. * Upskilling and Onboarding - Providing structured training sessions for United Utilities' internal commissioning team. * Facilitating knowledge transfer through mentoring and shadowing opportunities. * Supporting the integration and development of new internal team members. * Delivering workshops and hands-on support to ensure alignment with industry best practices and United Utilities' standards. * Commissioning, testing and Integration of telemetry systems

Planning Information

If you have experience in this area please could you provide at a minimum the following information and submit to the United Utilities AMP8 Procurement mailbox: AMP8Procurements@uuplc.co.uk - Company Name - Contact details, including location telephone and e-mail address, main point of contact and position in Company https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=95109&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054f37
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033392-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45315100 - Electrical engineering installation works

71333000 - Mechanical engineering services

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
Contact Name
Jennifer McIntyre
Contact Email
jennifer.mcintyre@uuplc.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1925678096

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

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