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Major Projects Framework AMP8/9

THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

19 Sep 2025 at 15:39

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

03 Sep 2025 at 09:51

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

04 Jul 2025 at 14:20

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thames Water Utilities Limited has initiated the tender stage of their Major Projects Framework AMP8/9, aiming to undertake significant capital projects across their operational regions. This competitive tender is open to applications until 15th October 2025, with an enquiry period closing on 6th October 2025. The framework focuses on major construction and civil engineering works, classified under the CPV code 45200000, with a contract value of up to £5 billion GBP. The procurement process is conducted through a selective method using a competitive flexible procedure. This initiative is intended to establish long-term partnerships, decrease unnecessary bidding, and broadly advance the utility’s infrastructure. The award period is set to conclude by 17th March 2026, and the contract period is expected to start on 31st March 2026, potentially extending until 2035.

This procurement tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses within the civil engineering and construction sectors, particularly those specialising in large-scale infrastructure projects. Companies with proven capabilities in efficient project delivery, health and safety, environmental sustainability, and innovative supply chain management will find themselves well-positioned to compete. This tender not only offers substantial contract values but also the potential for ongoing collaboration with Thames Water, fostering business growth through long-term commitments and reputational enhancement from working with a prominent utility provider. The procurement process, structured to form up to eight framework agreements, allows businesses to leverage their expertise and align closely with Thames Water’s strategic objectives, presenting a significant growth avenue for capable entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Major Projects Framework AMP8/9

Notice Description

Thames Water are launching a significant programme of major capital projects as part of our AMP8/9 investment period. The Framework will cover major works and asset upgrades across Thames Water's operational regions, with a focus on fostering long-term partnerships and reducing unnecessary bidding efforts. Contracts awarded under this Framework will include works, goods, and services essential to AMP8 delivery, with potential to extend into AMP9 based on performance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The right to extend the term of the framework as set out above.

Renewal: Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 7 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 9 years, 3 months and 20 days.

Planning Information

We invite interested parties to participate in our preliminary market engagement for the AMP8/9 major projects Framework. We have made a detailed Head of Terms and project list available via our secure data room. An introductory webinar will be held on 16th July 2025 to explain the programme, guide access to the data room, and address high-level queries. The registration window will remain open from the engagement date of publication until the close of this market engagement period in mid-September 2025. Interested contractors may register and access the data room at any point during this period. To access the data room, please complete the form by clicking the following link; https://forms.office.com/e/8tWiii5Lyi. Please contact procurement.support.centre@thameswater.co.uk with any queries.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055934
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058213-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
£4,000,000,000 £1B-£10B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
19 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG1 8DB
Postcode Area
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
TLI London, TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Reading
Electoral Ward
Thames
Westminster Constituency
Reading Central

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