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Nutrient Mitigation Scheme

NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LTD

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

31 Mar 2026 at 09:49

Award

30 Sep 2025 at 13:06

TenderUpdate

08 Aug 2025 at 09:05

Tender

17 Jul 2025 at 09:05

Summary of the contracting process

Norse Commercial Services Ltd, in conjunction with Alliance Norse Ltd, has completed the contracting process for the "Nutrient Mitigation Scheme" in the River Wye catchment area, part of the Peak District Dales. This initiative addresses environmental concerns related to nutrient levels, primarily phosphates and nitrates, in the region. The procurement, initiated as an open competition and classified under works, resulted in an award to WCI Group Ltd. The project involves several activities, including sewage treatment plant construction work, consultancy services, and environmental management, with an overall contract value of £2,136,645. Work began on April 1, 2026, with completion aimed for November 23, 2026, across locations including UKF12 and UKF13.

This contract provides substantial business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in environmental management and construction. Companies with expertise in designing and installing wastewater treatment systems, as well as those skilled in environmental consultancy, can benefit greatly from this type of project. The process allowed for three bids, highlighting a competitive environment where businesses that deliver innovative solutions in line with the councils' mitigation strategies could thrive. The focus on achieving significant nutrient reductions and compliance with regulatory standards underscores the potential for companies that can consistently deliver and enhance their technical offerings in sustainable practices.

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Notice Title

Nutrient Mitigation Scheme

Notice Description

Norse Commercial Services are undertaking a tender on behalf of Alliance Norse Ltd (a Joint Venture company) to deliver a nutrient mitigation project in the River Wye catchment area (Peak District Dales) following recent advise from Natural England and the Department for Levelling up, for housing and communities that are identified in relation to excess phosphates and nitrates in the River Wye.2.3.The tender is for the following works: Survey and assess domestic wastewater treatment systems (septic tanks or waste or package treatment plants) throughout Buxton and adjacent areas within the River Wye catchment area to identify suitable upgrade candidates Design and install high performance package treatment plants (PTP's) or enhanced septic systems that achieve the required effluent standards (for example a 2mg/L phosphorus limit) and comply with relevant standards (BS 6927, Building Regulations Part H etc) Ensure new systems meet Building Regulations Operational Requirement G2 (enhanced water efficiency) and any applicable local water efficiency standards. Prepare and submit any necessary planning applications or obtain relevant permits, including securing Unilateral Undertakings or planning the obligations from property owners to commit to nutrient savings upgrades for at least 25 years (or as required by the Local Planning Authority) Monitor and record the nutrient reduction (savings) achieved by each upgraded property, following the technical framework. Provide regular reports to Alliance Norse on performance (including sample results, maintenance visits and enforcement actions if needed). Dispose of waste from installations (old tanks, excavated material in compliance with environmental duty of care using licensed carriers and facilities. Co-ordinate with Alliance Norse, the Council and other stakeholders (such as Natural England, water companies and local planners as required. The Successful Bidder is expected to deliver nutrient saving consistent with the Councils mitigation strategy (for example achieving around 5kg of phosphorus reduction per upgrades system). Detailed performance targets and calculation methods are provided in Appendix E.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0560dd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029495-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

45252100 - Sewage-treatment plant construction work

90450000 - Treatment services of septic tanks

90490000 - Sewer survey and sewage treatment consultancy services

90710000 - Environmental management

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,136,645 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£2,136,645 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 23 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LTD
Additional Buyers

ALLIANCE NORSE LTD

HIGH PEAK BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR6 6EQ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLF12 East Derbyshire, TLF13 South and West Derbyshire

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Catton Grove
Westminster Constituency
Norwich North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WCI GROUP

Further Information

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