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19 Jun 2026 at 08:52

Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex Fire Authority is undertaking a procurement process for "Water Management Services" to ensure the safety and quality of water supply across its estate. This contract is categorised under water management, falling within the services industry, and based in Lewes, United Kingdom. The procurement is in the tender stage, with an open method of competition specified as below threshold. Key dates to note include the submission deadline on 10th July 2026 and the enquiry period closing on 3rd July 2026. The contract will commence on 1st October 2026 and is set to run until 30th September 2029, with possible renewals for two additional one-year periods.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in water treatment and management services, particularly those capable of handling systems for preventing bacterial build-up in water supplies. With a total gross value pegged at £84,000, firms that focus on hot water, primary water systems, or repair and maintenance services stand to benefit. The East Sussex Fire Authority requires both high-quality service delivery and competitive pricing, as reflected in their award criteria. Furthermore, the procurement process actively encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs located in East Sussex, broadening the scope for local businesses to compete effectively.

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Notice Title

Water Management Services

Notice Description

East Sussex Fire Authority (ESFA) is seeking to award a contract for the provision of water management services across the ESFA Estate to ensure no build-up of harmful bacteria occurs within the water supply.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b8b1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057875-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

09320000 - Steam, hot water and associated products

09321000 - Hot water

31161400 - Primary water systems

44161200 - Water mains

44611500 - Water tanks

45232430 - Water-treatment work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2DZ
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)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

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