Planning

Preliminary Market Engagement - Graphene in Concrete

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

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Planning

10 Feb 2026 at 14:06

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED, a private utility company based in Great Sankey, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Preliminary Market Engagement - Graphene in Concrete." This initiative, classified under the goods category in the concrete industry, is set within the UKD region. The process aims to explore the use of graphene-enhanced concrete that could contribute to sustainability goals, such as reducing cement usage and carbon emissions, as part of United Utilities' approach to meeting environmental regulations and achieving net-zero by 2050. Key dates to note include a deadline on 10th March 2026 to register interest and engage in preliminary discussions regarding this innovative procurement opportunity.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for businesses, especially SMEs, within the construction and materials sectors looking to innovate and expand their market reach. Companies with capabilities in advanced concrete technologies and sustainable construction practices would find this engagement particularly beneficial, offering potential long-term involvement in United Utilities' extensive AMP8-AMP10 capital programme. By participating, businesses can collaborate on leading-edge solutions that not only enhance concrete's performance but also align with emerging low-carbon initiatives, opening up further avenues for growth within the utilities sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement - Graphene in Concrete

Notice Description

United Utilities are looking to engage the market to understand who has capabilities of providing graphene enhanced concrete, which can improve the material's microstructure, potentially reduce cement use, and lower embodied carbon while enhancing concrete performance . During the AMP8-AMP10 capital programme UU are expected to pour large volumes of concrete and sustainable approaches are key to meeting various new environmental regulations. By exploring this innovation, United Utilities aims to lead the adoption of new technologies that support United Utilities' journey to net zero by 2050 and help open emerging low-carbon markets.

Planning Information

Please contact Harry.east@uuplc.co.uk to register your interest and a copy of the question set will be shared with you.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064caf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011934-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44114000 - Concrete

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 1 Sep 2027 1-2 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
Harry East
Contact Email
harry.east@uuplc.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GREAT SANKEY
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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