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Summary of the contracting process

United Utilities Water Limited, located in Warrington, United Kingdom, is actively involved in the procurement process titled "PRO004864 - Goods - Dynamic Market - Biodiversity Net Gain." This initiative falls under the private utility industry category and aims at sourcing Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units to ensure United Utilities complies with the Environment Act and planning regulations. The procurement is in the award stage, with an active efforts since 27th April 2026. The framework agreement commenced on 24th February 2026 and will conclude on 23rd December 2034. The dynamic market has been established to facilitate the procurement of various goods and services related to land management, agricultural products, land reclamation, and biodiversity improvements across the United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth by engaging with United Utilities Water Limited, a distinguished entity within the utility sector. Suppliers with expertise in land management, agricultural products, and environmental conservation can leverage this procurement to expand their market footprint. Small and medium enterprises focused on ecological sustainability, biodiversity conservation, and land reclamation services are well-suited to compete for these BNG units. The opportunity is structured under a dynamic market regime, allowing a diverse range of businesses to participate in shaping environmental sustainability efforts and enhancing habitat quality across the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PRO004864 - Goods - Dynamic Market - Biodiversity Net Gain

Notice Description

To ensure compliance with the Environment Act and planning regulations, United Utilities needs to procure Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units. These units represent certified ecological enhancements that offset habitat loss caused by development activities. Securing these units is essential for meeting statutory obligations, avoiding project delays, and maintaining our organisation's reputation for environmental responsibility. The scope includes sourcing government registered BNG units from approved providers to deliver measurable biodiversity improvements in line with legal and sustainability commitments. This purchase supports our strategic objectives by enabling project delivery without risk of non-compliance for Biodiversity Net Gain.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - BNG Units - Habitat

To ensure compliance with the Environment Act and planning regulations, United Utilities needs to procure Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units. These units represent certified ecological enhancements that offset habitat loss caused by development activities. Securing these units is essential for meeting statutory obligations, avoiding project delays, and maintaining our organisation's reputation for environmental responsibility. The scope includes sourcing government registered BNG units from approved providers to deliver measurable biodiversity improvements in line with legal and sustainability commitments. This purchase supports our strategic objectives by enabling project delivery without risk of non-compliance for Biodiversity Net Gain.

Lot 2 - BNG Units - Hedgerows

Definition: Linear habitats composed of shrubs and trees, often forming field boundaries. BNG Metric * Hedgerows are assessed separately from area-based habitats. * Factors include length, condition, and connectivity. * Higher scores for species-rich hedgerows and those linking priority habitats.

Lot 3 - BNG Units - Watercourses

Definition: Natural or artificial channels where water flows, including rivers, streams, ditches, canals, and culverts. BNG Metric: * Uses the Watercourse Metric (part of the statutory biodiversity metric). * Assesses condition, connectivity, and species diversity * Applies if development is within 10 meters of a watercourse

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fbcb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037853-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK14 - Dynamic Market Establishment Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Dynamic market
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

45 - Construction work

70 - Real estate services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

03100000 - Agricultural and horticultural products

45112320 - Land-reclamation work

45112360 - Land rehabilitation work

70122000 - Land sale or purchase services

70122100 - Land sale services

70122200 - Land purchase services

70332100 - Land management services

90722300 - Land reclamation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 20349 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
United Utilities Water Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA5 3LP
Postcode Area
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
16
Supplier Names

Advance Green Futures Ltd

BIDWELLS LLP

CARTER JONAS LLP

CYPHER CLIMATE BROKERS LIMITED

Climate Solutions Exchange Limited

EBL HB LIMITED

ENVIRONMENTAL TRADING PLATFORM LIMITED

FIELD WORKS BIODIVERSITY LAND MANAGEMENT LTD

Green Earth Developments (Group) Limited

LANGLEY ABBEY ESTATES LIMITED

NATURAL ASSET PARTNERS LTD

Nature Impact Ltd

OXYGEN CONSERVATION LIMITED

SAVILLS (UK) LIMITED

THE LANCASHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST LTD

WILD CAPITAL 1 LTD

Further Information

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