Tender

Long Term Power Purchase Agreements

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 18:00

Summary of the contracting process

United Utilities Water Limited is soliciting bids for "Long Term Power Purchase Agreements" as part of its commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This procurement process is active and organised into three parts, seeking services within the energy and related services industry category focusing on low-carbon and renewable energy solutions. The tender is held in Warrington, UK, with plans to integrate these solutions across multiple operational sites in the North West of England. The tender, utilizing an open procurement method, was initiated on 6th February 2026, with the tender period closing on 6th March 2026. Businesses interested in this procurement must address parts related to existing and site-based renewable energy projects, with detailed options for roof-mounted solar PV installations.

This tender offers significant opportunities for companies specialising in renewable energy, particularly those with expertise in low-carbon and renewable energy generation and infrastructure. Businesses, including SMEs with capabilities in solar and wind electricity generation, electricity distribution, and related energy services, would be well-suited to participate. With the dynamic market procurement method and potential for developing direct-wire Power Purchase Agreements, this is a valuable platform for companies aiming to expand their footprint within the rapidly evolving green energy market. Interested suppliers are invited to contribute innovative energy solutions and benefit from long-term engagements with United Utilities, aiding the push towards sustainability and reduced carbon emissions in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Long Term Power Purchase Agreements

Notice Description

United Utilities is committed to building a greener energy portfolio that reduces operational carbon emissions and supports our ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. As one of the largest water and wastewater service providers in the UK, we operate more than 100 water treatment works and 575 wastewater treatment works across the North West of England. These sites have significant energy demands and require robust power resilience to maintain essential services for our customers. Our operational footprint across the region presents substantial opportunities to integrate low-carbon and renewable energy solutions. Many of our sites have available land or roof space suitable for on-site generation. In addition, we are seeking opportunities for work with existing or upcoming renewable generation assets close to our operational sites to develop private-wire Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Together, these opportunities support our drive to reduce operational emissions and contribute to a greener, stronger, and healthier North West. To advance this ambition, we are seeking long-term Power Purchase Agreements through a procurement process structured into three parts: Part 1: Existing Generation: Low-carbon or renewable generation assets that are currently available--or expected to become available--for private-wire connection within the North West of England. Part 2: Site-Based Development: Low-carbon or renewable generation projects that can be developed on United Utilities-owned land within the region. Part 3: Site-Based Development (Roof-Mounted): Solar PV installations that can be developed on suitable roof areas across United Utilities' property portfolio in the North West. Suppliers may bid for all three parts or select any individual part that aligns with their expertise, capabilities, and experience.

Lot Information

Long Term Power Purchase Agreements Part 1 - Existing or Upcoming Generation (Direct Wire)

Part 1 seeks opportunities from developers and suppliers focused on existing or proposed low-carbon or renewable generation that can power United Utilities' operational sites through a direct-wire connection.

Long Term Power Purchase Agreements Part 2 - UU Site-Based Development

Part 2 provides suppliers with the opportunity to bid for low-carbon and renewable development opportunities on operational land already owned by United Utilities.

Long Term Power Purchase Agreements Part 3 - Site-Based Development (Roof-Mounted)

Part 3 provides opportunities for roof-based development on existing operational buildings located on land owned by United Utilities. The resulting generation will supply power for the operation of the designated site.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064aad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011185-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK13 - Dynamic Market Intention Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Dynamic market
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

65 - Public utilities

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

09330000 - Solar energy

31121300 - Wind-energy generators

65400000 - Other sources of energy supplies and distribution

71314000 - Energy and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
Contact Name
Elspeth Fury
Contact Email
elspeth.fury@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
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

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