Tender

Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership - Provision of Water Supply Services

MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP

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Tender

15 May 2026 at 11:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership is seeking to procure water supply services through an open tender process managed by ESOS Energy Ltd. The objective is to secure a fully managed water service for all sites within the partnership, starting from 31st July 2026 and concluding by 30th July 2027, with potential contract terms ranging up to 36 months based on value assessment. The procurement falls under the services category and is located in the South West of England (region UKK). The submission deadline for the tender is set for 18th June 2026, with an award decision expected by 1st July 2026. This initiative aims to provide seamless water service continuity, complete with contract administration and account support, ensuring zero disruption upon commencement.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for service providers specialising in water distribution and related services. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) experienced in managing and delivering utility services, given the project's emphasis on quality, price, and service standards. Companies offering innovative solutions in data management, billing, and customer support could leverage this project to demonstrate their capabilities. Opportunities for further contract variations exist, allowing for adaptation and scalability in response to new schools joining the trust or changes in supply requirements, which could foster long-term collaboration and business growth.

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Notice Title

Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership - Provision of Water Supply Services

Notice Description

Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership - Provision of Water Supply Services - This tender opportunity has been issued by ESOS Energy Ltd, on behalf of Midsomer Norton Schools Trust. The proposed contract will be for the provision of Water Supply Services to the Trust. The contract term will be for either 12, 24 or 36 months. The Trust will select which contract term offers best value. ESOS Energy will act as the main point of contact for the duration of the contract. The Supplier shall provide a fully managed water supply service for all sites listed in the Specification (Appendix 1), including contract set-up, administration, and ongoing account support for the full contract term. The Supplier shall ensure continuity of water supply and deliver all onboarding and switching activities (including data collection and industry flows) such that supply commences on the agreed start date with no avoidable interruption to any site.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Options: The contract term will be for either 12, 24 or 36 months. The Trust will select which contract term offers best value.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0699e5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044866-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

65100000 - Water distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£690,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£690,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Additional Buyers

PHP LAW LLP

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
TOTNES
Postcode
TQ9 5RW
Post Town
Torquay
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
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Radstock
Westminster Constituency
Frome and East Somerset

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