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Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) System to support Asset Lifecycle and Capital Delivery

THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

Thames Water Utilities Limited is currently in the tendering stage for a Portfolio, Programme, and Project Management (P3M) system to enhance asset lifecycle and capital delivery management. This procurement process is classified under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" and is being managed under a selective procedure using a competitive flexible approach. Interested suppliers must submit their pre-qualification questionnaires (PSQ) by 22 December 2025, at 10 am, with the process expected to move to the next stage in January 2026. The procurement focuses on selecting an advanced P3M solution aligned with Thames Water's goals, including sustainability and enhanced project outcomes. The locations for the delivery of this contract include areas within the United Kingdom: regions UKI and UKJ.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT and software sectors, particularly those specialising in integrated project management solutions with capabilities in resource optimisation and strategic alignment. Companies experienced in implementing large-scale, sustainable IT solutions within regulated environments will find this project particularly aligned with their expertise. Businesses that can demonstrate a robust installed base similar to Thames Water’s operating environment and offer quality references and cost-effective solutions will be well-positioned to benefit from this substantial procurement opportunity. Suppliers will also engage in a framework agreement that includes options for renewing software licences and adding new functionalities, providing ongoing business potential up to a maximum term of eight years.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) System to support Asset Lifecycle and Capital Delivery

Notice Description

Thames Water is initiating this procurement process to select the most capable and suitably qualified supplier to deliver a Portfolio, Programme, and Project Management (P3M) solution. The selected solution will form a core component of our future strategic investment framework, providing a fully integrated, end-to-end platform that will fundamentally enhance how we plan, manage, and execute asset investment programmes across the water sector. The envisioned P3M solution will leverage advanced technologies to support strategic alignment, optimise resource utilisation, and improve delivery performance. It is expected to enable consistent achievement of project outcomes, -delivered on time and within budget, -while contributing to Thames Water's broader objectives, including sustainability and carbon neutrality. Furthermore, the solution must integrate effectively with existing internal systems and external delivery partners, utilising data across the asset lifecycle to foster collaboration, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and reinforce the resilience of our critical infrastructure. This process is solely focused on the product selection. A future procurement process will be initiated to identify a partner to implement the chosen offering. Thames Water reserves the right to refine the award criteria. Please note that the deadline for asking for access to the PSQ & submitting of the PSQ is 22 December 2025, at 10 am.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: If there is new functionality added to the product and/or if different support/maintenance is needed.

Renewal: Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 3 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e9a5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077646-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,600,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 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
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.support.centre@thameswater.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG1 8DB
Post Town
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

Further Information

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