Planning

Satellite-Based Leakage Detection and AOI (Area of Interest) Management

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

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Planning

12 Nov 2025 at 12:58

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by United Utilities Water Limited is currently in the planning stage for a project titled "Satellite-Based Leakage Detection and AOI (Area of Interest) Management." This project falls under the services category within the utilities sector and is being organised by a private utility company based in Great Sankey, United Kingdom. The procurement is being conducted using an open procedure method, ensuring a transparent and competitive environment. Key deadlines include the end of the enquiry period on the 8th of January 2026, the tender submission deadline on the 1st of February 2026, and the planned start of the contract period on the 1st of April 2026, extending up until the 31st of March 2031.

This tender offers an advantageous opportunity for businesses specialised in satellite technology, telecommunications, and water management services. Companies capable of providing comprehensive scanning and data analytics solutions tailored to detect leakages across various water assets at different frequencies will find this contract particularly suited to their expertise. The range of requirements, including API integration, GIS compatibility, and mobile app features, presents significant business growth potential for firms with a strong background in technology deployment and utility management solutions. The potential ROI through efficient leak detection and prioritisation can create new streams of revenue and enhance industry reputation for the successful bidder.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Satellite-Based Leakage Detection and AOI (Area of Interest) Management

Notice Description

Satellite Scanning Requirements - Scan areas of the UU region for leakage detection on: - Drinking water assets - Raw water - Sewage - Scanning frequency: daily, weekly, or full region biannually - Imagery delivery within 4 weeks - Pre- and post-freeze imagery capability - SLA failure rebate for delayed scans - Dynamic pricing based on scan age - Clear availability of satellite scan schedules to support planning and reactive needs AOI Identification & Management - AOIs identified within 100m of UU assets - AOIs classified by leak status: - Quiet - Suspected - Active leak - Repaired - Awaiting repair - Unverifiable - AOI journey fully integrated from scan to resolution - AOI audit trail (e.g., AOIs with no leak detected) - Oldest leaks alert system - Ability to interpret AOIs within defined boundaries and estimate leakage return - Ability to label individual leaks with root cause failure types Mobile App Features - AOI investigation and reporting - Status updates sync with dashboard - AOI search by reference (field/admin) - Capture investigation method (e.g., FIDO) - Offline reporting capability - Send outcomes to manager for review - Performance tracking Dashboard Requirements - Desktop and mobile compatibility - Data layers: - Active and past AOIs - Asset types (hydrants, mains, private services) - Regional and county-level performance views - Leak investigation performance metrics: - Leaks found - AOIs investigated - Daily/weekly outcomes - Leak insights: - Leaks per km - Time to resolve - Full suite of reporting tools - Integration with WaterNet / INS / Campaign Management Integration & Governance - Ingest UU asset records - API interface for data exchange - Link AOIs to INS jobs - GIS integration (ArcGIS) - Satellite governance structure needed - Licence usage tracking - Training on data interpretation (unlimited licences) Benefits - ODI benefit calculation using industry-standard methods - Streamlined leak detection and prioritisation Risks & Gaps - GIS maps sent to Satellite vendor missing key details (material, size, DMZ) - Trunk main investigations lack coordination - Dashboard and mobile app status sync issues - Manual daily reporting - Inconsistent dashboard usage across regions - No standard process for linking AOIs to INS - ODI tracking not embedded Opportunities - Extract AOIs into ArcGIS - Develop API for GIS integration - Split dashboard views by county - Generate reports from AOIs - Link AOIs to campaigns - Introduce AOI audit trail

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05df92
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073171-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

65130000 - Operation of water supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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