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PRO004917-Works-Framework-OT Build Only

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

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20 May 2026 at 08:44

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the project titled "PRO004917-Works-Framework-OT Build Only", led by UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED, is currently in the planning stage. This initiative is significant for the water and wastewater infrastructure sector in the United Kingdom and involves a multi-supplier framework for Operational Technology (OT) Build Only Works. The procurement is scheduled to commence with a Preliminary Market Engagement, inviting expressions of interest by 5th June 2026. Located in Great Sankey, this process, under the special utilities regime and supported by a framework agreement, anticipates a contract period starting from 1st December 2026, running until 30th November 2031, with possible extensions up to 30th November 2034.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in control and automation systems, industrial network and communications solutions, electrical and mechanical installations, and with expertise in SCADA, PLC, HMI, and telemetry systems. Companies with capabilities in project management, risk management, and asset data management, alongside the ability to adhere to regulatory standards, are well-suited to compete. By participating, businesses can contribute to the enhancement of critical infrastructure, accessing a project budgeted at £24 million, and potentially securing long-term contracts in a high-demand sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PRO004917-Works-Framework-OT Build Only

Notice Description

This procurement relates to the establishment of a multi-supplier framework for the provision of Operational Technology (OT) Build Only Works across water and wastewater infrastructure assets. Scope of Goods, Services and Works The contract covers the supply, installation, integration, commissioning and support of Operational Technology systems and associated infrastructure, including but not limited to: Control and automation systems: - SCADA, PLC, HMI and telemetry systems - Instrumentation and control equipment and associated installation and commissioning - Industrial network and communications solutions, including telemetry and remote monitoring systems - Electrical works - Minor mechanical and civil works required to support OT installations - Testing, commissioning, and acceptance activities, including documentation and reporting - Emergency works including reactive repair, replacement and restoration of OT systems The scope also includes project management, site surveys, risk management, regulatory compliance and asset data management, ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with company technical standards and statutory requirements

Planning Information

United Utilities is undertaking a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) exercise to inform the development of a future procurement for Operational Technology Build Only and Associated Works. Suppliers wishing to express interest in participating in this engagement should do so by contacting daniel.weir@uuplc.co.uk. Expressions of interest should include company name, contact details and a summary of relevant experience. All clarification questions relating to this PME should be submitted via email to the same address within the timelines specified in the PME documentation. United Utilities reserves the right to shortlist participants should demand exceed capacity and a future tender is not guarenteed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069ca9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046089-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45350000 - Mechanical installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2031 Over 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
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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