Planning

Metering (Power & Water) Services Contract - UoBath/Proc/1439

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Planning

30 Jan 2026 at 12:05

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath is planning a procurement process for a Metering (Power & Water) Services Contract, with an expected contract duration starting on 1st June 2026, and potentially extending up to 31st May 2036. This procurement is in the planning stage, and it will address the maintenance and support of existing sub-metering systems across the Claverton Campus and other properties within the City of Bath. The contract seeks expertise in handling a variety of metering hardware, such as Ethernet-to-RS485 gateways and RS485-connected meters, with submissions expected to be made electronically via the Delta eSourcing portal. The deadline for expressions of interest is set for 6th March 2026, with an enquiry period closure on 28th February 2026. This open procurement, operating under a Competitive flexible procedure, offers a planned gross value of £350,984.16 and is covered by GPA regulations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those with expertise in automated meter reading (AMR) systems using different metering instruments. Companies specialising in metering hardware, repair, and maintenance services, especially those familiar with Elcomponent gateways and related devices, would be well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are also encouraged to participate, given their suitability is acknowledged. Winning this contract could enhance a company's portfolio, offering growth potential through the long-term relationship with a prestigious institution such as the University of Bath. The planned renewal option adds further potential for continued business opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Metering (Power & Water) Services Contract - UoBath/Proc/1439

Notice Description

The University has invested in a sub-metering system that covers the Claverton Campus together with properties in the City of Bath; in total there are over 2000 meters installed on electrical, gas, water, and heat supplies. The University wishes to establish a contract to cover the essential maintenance and support of the existing sub-metering hardware, along with any additional metering as required. The hardware is based on Ethernet-to-RS485 gateways and RS485-connected pulse counters, together with a variety of RS485- and pulse-output-connected electric, gas, water, and heat meters. Historically, Elcomponent gateways and 4MODs have been extensively used, latterly being supplemented by iSMA devices and some LoRaWAN-connected devices It is anticipated that the contractor will be able to demonstrate significant experience working on large scale AMR systems using the same hardware and software. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Metering-instruments./QC972766WU To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/QC972766WU

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0612d8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008402-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

38410000 - Metering instruments

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,984 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,984 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
16 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 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
UNIVERSITY OF BATH
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
category.management@bath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01225386939

Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

Notice Documents

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