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Goods-Framework-Supply and Install of Membranes for Replacement of Existing Pall Systems

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

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15 Oct 2025 at 15:31

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED, based in Great Sankey, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of replacement membranes for obsolete Pall systems at several water sites. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically distilling, filtering, or rectifying apparatus, and was executed via a direct award to Renn Consultancy Ltd T/A Emulous Water. The procurement was necessitated by the absence of reasonable alternatives that would not require significant modifications to existing systems. The contract commenced on 31st October 2025 and is set to conclude on 30th October 2033, with possible extensions available. The process was carried out under the special regime for utilities, in accordance with UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in water filtration systems, particularly those with experience in direct supply partnerships and a capacity to deliver proprietary or technically specific products. Emulous Water, identified by the original equipment manufacturer as the suitable distributor, exemplifies the type of enterprise positioned well for this contract. The gross value of the contract is £1,821,119.88, representing a significant investment in the supplier's capabilities and expertise, and affirming the potential for sustained business growth through such lucrative public procurement engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Goods-Framework-Supply and Install of Membranes for Replacement of Existing Pall Systems

Notice Description

Supply and installation of 'like-for-like' membranes for existing now obsolete PALL membranes located at several water sites across the UU network.

Procurement Information

Emulous Water have been identified by the OEM as the distribution partner for the appropriate membranes for the 'like-for-like' replacement of now obsolete PALL membranes. There are no reasonable alternatives for the replacement membranes that don't require significant/comprehensive modifications to existing membrane housing and existing processes.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cd8a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065704-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42910000 - Distilling, filtering or rectifying apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,821,119 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
31 Oct 2025 - 30 Oct 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialapprovalsboard@uuplc.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GREAT SANKEY
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RENN CONSULTANCY LTD T/A EMULOUS WATER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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