Planning

Utilities - Water Retail

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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Planning

21 May 2026 at 17:17

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

In this procurement process, the University of Sussex is planning to offer a contract for water retail services, including the supply of water, removal of wastewater, and management of Trade Effluent Consents across its estate. This falls under the services category with the industry classification of water distribution and related services. The contract is set to commence on 31st October 2027 and conclude on 30th October 2029. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with a notice expected to be issued by 30th April 2027 for interested parties. The location for contract performance is in the South East of England, specifically in the UKJ2 region.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for companies specialising in utility services, particularly those with experience in water and wastewater management, to expand their business operations. Medium to large enterprises capable of efficiently managing the logistical and regulatory challenges associated with water services, including handling trade effluents, would be well-placed to compete for this contract. Submitting a proposal for this planned procurement process can facilitate growth by aligning with a reputable academic institution and potentially securing a long-term service agreement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Utilities - Water Retail

Notice Description

Water Retail Contract - will cover supply of water and removal of wastewater across the University estate, including Trade Effluent Consents where applicable. Previously this has been awarded via a framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a014
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047432-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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

65100000 - Water distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 202712 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Oct 2027 - 30 Oct 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FALMER, BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Further Information

Notice Documents

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