PRO005094-Goods-Framework-Supply of UV Spares and Servicing

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED

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Planning

19 Jun 2026 at 15:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process described is being conducted by United Utilities Water Limited, based in Warrington, United Kingdom. The contract is in the planning stage, with a focus on establishing a framework agreement for the supply of ultraviolet (UV) spares and servicing, under the title "PRO005094-Goods-Framework-Supply of UV Spares and Servicing." This procurement, scheduled with a milestone due on 3rd July 2026, falls under the industry categories of ultraviolet lamps, ballasts for discharge lamps or tubes, and repair and maintenance services, with delivery expected within the UK. The contract is valued between £15,000,000 and £20,000,000 GBP for a period of five years, starting in April 2027, with potential for extension. A significant market engagement exercise is ongoing to identify suitable suppliers for this future agreement.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacture or maintenance of UV equipment. Companies specialising in ultraviolet lamp technologies, discharge lamps, or maintenance services could find a well-suited opportunity to expand their business by engaging in this process. United Utilities Water Limited is seeking to establish a strong, long-term supplier relationship, with potential contracts favouring small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The framework agreement offers businesses a chance to secure a steady revenue stream over several years, encouraging growth and stability within this sector.

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Notice Title

PRO005094-Goods-Framework-Supply of UV Spares and Servicing

Notice Description

United Utilities water is considering putting in place an agreement for the supply of UV spares and servicing. The exact scoping specification is yet to be determined. We are proposing a 5 year agreement with possible extensions. The value will be between PS15,000,000 - PS20,000,000 GBP, the scope will be for spare parts of UV equipment and servicing aspects associated with the supply of drinking water. We are carrying out a market engagement exercise to identify suitable suppliers for this intended future agreement.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106638&TID=100111735&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b980
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058231-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31150000 - Ballasts for discharge lamps or tubes

31515000 - Ultraviolet lamps

31532600 - Lamp reactors

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Nov 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2027 - 1 Apr 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
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

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