Planning

Utilities

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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Planning

15 May 2026 at 08:13

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process to explore the provision of utilities across its corporate estate. This opportunity is detailed under the project titled "Utilities" and falls within the services category, specifically focused on public utilities. The anticipated contract period is from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2031. The preliminary engagement phase is underway, with a scheduled milestone due by 2nd June 2026, aimed at discussing cost assessments and service opportunities. The procurement process is not yet open for competition, as this stage is intended for market engagement and information gathering.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public utilities and related services to align with the needs of a sub-central government authority. Companies with robust capabilities in managing and providing utility services, particularly within public sector frameworks, will find this to be a relevant opportunity for future engagement. The engagement discussions can help businesses tailor their services to meet governmental requirements, thus fostering business growth through potential long-term collaboration. Moreover, businesses that can offer cost-effective solutions and innovative approaches to utility management are likely to have a competitive advantage when the official tendering process commences.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Utilities

Notice Description

The Authority would like to discuss the provision of utilities across our corporate estate and we are investigating the costs associated with that provision. Please note that this is NOT a call for competition.

Planning Information

The Authority would like to discuss the provision of utilities across our corporate estate and we are investigating the costs associated with that provision. There are a set of questions at the end of the document that we request responses to. Please note that this is NOT a call for competition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0699ab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044761-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

65000000 - Public utilities

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2031 4-5 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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