Planning

PRO005005-Services-Framework-Lithium Trace Testing

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

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Planning

20 Nov 2025 at 09:51

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

United Utilities Water Limited is planning a procurement process titled "PRO005005-Services-Framework-Lithium Trace Testing" in the services category, specifically targeting laboratory services. Located in Warrington, UK, this procurement is related to the assessment of Anaerobic Digesters across various facilities in the North West of England, with a total estimated contract value of £450,000. The project is in the planning stage, with an important milestone scheduled for 12th December 2025, asking for preliminary market engagement details. The framework, which will adhere to the Environmental Permitting (England & Wales) Regulations 2016, includes specific requirements for MCERTS certification of services used. The tender process commences formally on 6th January 2026, with a contract period anticipated to run from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2031, and possible extensions to 2036.

This tender offers unique growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory services, particularly those capable of performing Lithium chloride trace testing. Companies that possess MCERTS certification or accreditation are particularly well-suited for this contract, ensuring compliance with mandated environmental regulations. The procurement process creates room for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, given the framework’s structure that supports smaller business operations. The pre-engagement phase provides a chance for interested businesses to demonstrate their expertise and establish important connections with United Utilities' Bioresource Services team, positioning themselves effectively for potential inclusion in this and future procurement phases.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PRO005005-Services-Framework-Lithium Trace Testing

Notice Description

United Utilities (UU) require non-intrusive tank capacity and sediment assessment of Anaerobic Digesters using Lithium chloride as a trace element to comply with Environmental Permitting (England & Wales) Regulations 2016 implementing the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED). Analysis could be completed on any of UU's Anaerobic Digestion facilities, located in the North West of England. Testing is required periodically (5 years) to comply with regulation. Testing is likely to be limited to assets that are to be retained into AMP 9, so will not be required on all UU anaerobic digesters. Monitoring equipment, techniques, personnel and organisations shall have either MCERTS certification or MCERTS accreditation (as appropriate). An accompanying report must be issued detailing the methodology and full results of the assessment. The report should detail the digester active volume, hydraulic retention time, evidence of short circuiting and mixing efficiency using charts where appropriate. Those undertaking Lithium Trace Testing surveys must liaise with UU Bioresource Services team to arrange visits in aligned to a pre agreed schedule as per UU's third party scheduling procedure.

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 AMP8Procurements@uuplc.co.uk Mailbox - • Company Name • Contact details, including location telephone and e-mail address, main point of contact and position in Company

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e500
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075490-2025
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

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

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
Contact Name
Tesni Walker
Contact Email
amp8procurements@uuplc.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
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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