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Framework for the provision of Diving Services

United Utilities Water Limited

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17 Feb 2026 at 17:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

United Utilities Water Limited has issued a tender titled "Framework for the provision of Diving Services", which falls under the services category, specifically focusing on diving services. This procurement process, initiated on 17 February 2026, is currently at the tender stage and will end on 7 May 2026. The framework aims to establish diving services for inland and inshore projects in the United Kingdom, in accordance with relevant legislation. The value of the procurement is £4,770,000, and submissions can be made electronically in English. Interested parties should note key dates, including the enquiry period ending on 30 April 2026, and potential contract awards on 18 June 2026.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in commercial diving operations, particularly those with expertise in compliance with the Diving at Work Regulations and relevant industry practices. The procurement is being conducted via a Competitive Flexible Procedure involving multiple stages, making it accessible for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio in the utilities sector. The framework agreement supports both initial and reopened competition scenarios, accommodating up to three participants, making it ideal for businesses eager to grow through secured, long-term contracts with potential extensions up to 2034. Interested companies with robust technical and economic capabilities should consider this tender as a strategic opportunity for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the provision of Diving Services

Notice Description

This tender seeks to establish a single-Lot Framework covering the provision of General Diving Services for United Utilities, for inland / inshore projects undertaking commercial diving operations in accordance with the Diving at Work Regulations 1997, the Approved Code of Practice for Commercial Diving Projects Inland/Inshore and any other applicable legislation.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: May be extended for up to 5 years, based on 12 monthly increments.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065685
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014514-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

76120000 - Diving services incidental to gas extraction

98363000 - Diving services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,770,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,770,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 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
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

Further Information

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