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Tender

20 Jul 2026 at 12:41

Summary of the contracting process

Thames Water Utilities Limited is inviting tenders for a comprehensive framework agreement focused on sewer rehabilitation, CCTV, and cleaning projects. This procurement process, notably titled "Sewer Rehabilitation inc. CCTV and Cleaning," targets the construction and utility sectors within the UK, primarily around the Thames Water Region. The tender has been categorised as "active" and is in the Tender stage, with interested parties required to submit their expression of interest by 17 August 2026 at 12:00pm. The work is divided into two lots based on the project value and complexity, each requiring specific industry accreditations, especially for works in proximity to railways.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sewerage work, including structural lining, pipe replacement, and advanced cleaning services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a robust financial standing, technical acumen, and the ability to manage complex projects are encouraged to apply. The selection process is competitive, evaluating safety, technical delivery, and commercial viability. Those capable of handling large-scale operations may gain a competitive edge, as the framework allows for flexible procurement methods and multiple suppliers across different lots, enabling diverse business growth opportunities.

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Notice Title

Sewer Rehabilitation inc. CCTV and Cleaning

Notice Description

Thames Water Utilities Ltd wishes to establish a framework agreement for a range of sewer rehabilitation, CCTV and Cleaning works and services on gravity and rising mains across the entire Thames Water Region included but not limited to structural lining, pipe replacement, patch repairs, leak tight lining, pipe bursting and associated manhole sealing. The scope includes associated activities such as minor civil, inspection reports, waste disposal and street works etc. Some works will also involve elements of working on / in proximity of a Railway (assessable to only those with required accreditations and required insurance levels.) The framework has been split into 2 lots of work to reflect the variations in scale and complexity of rehabilitation services for different waste water assets and operational situations. Applicants are invited to apply for the following lots: Lot 1: Sewer rehabilitation inc. CCTV and cleaning c.PS3m and/or complex Lot 2: Sewer rehabilitation inc. CCTV and cleaning above c.PS3m and/or complex Companies may apply for one or more lots. Preference may be given in evaluation to those companies who demonstrate that they are capable of supplying a greater part of the overall requirement. Thames Water reserves the right to refine the award criteria. Please note that that deadline for asking for access to the PSQ & submitting of the PSQ is 17 August 2026 at 12:00pm.

Lot Information

Sewer rehabilitation inc. CCTV and cleaning below c.PS3m and/or non-complex

Low value and/or non-complex CCTV, cleaning and / or sewer rehabilitation works on gravity and rising mains included but not limited to structural lining, pipe replacement, patch repairs, leak tight lining, pipe bursting and associated manhole sealing. Includes associated activities such as minor civil, inspection reports, waste disposal and street works etc. Works will also involve elements of working on / in proximity of a Railway (assessable to only those with required accreditations and required insurance levels). T&Cs: NEC4 ECSC Call off Procedures: Award without further competition via proportional allocation or award following competitive selection Call off Procedures: Award without further competition via proportional allocation or award following competitive selection

Options: The full scope of the services to be provided and any options that may be considered throughout the term of the agreement, is set out in the Standard Scope within the Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) document.

Renewal: Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 3 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years

Lot 2: Sewer rehabilitation inc. CCTV and cleaning above c.PS3m and/or complex

High value and/or complex programmes or projects planned CCTV, cleaning and / or sewer rehabilitation works on gravity and rising mains including but not limited to structural lining, pipe replacement, patch repairs, leak tight lining, pipe bursting. Includes associated activities such as civil works, manhole sealing, inspection reports, waste disposal and street works etc. Works will also involve elements of working on / in proximity of a Railway (assessable to only those with required accreditations and required insurance levels). T&Cs: NEC4 ECC Call off Procedures: Award without further competition via proportional allocation or award following competitive selection Call off Procedures: Award without further competition via proportional allocation or award following competitive selection

Options: The full scope of the services to be provided and any options that may be considered throughout the term of the agreement, is set out in the Standard Scope within the Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) document.

Renewal: Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 3 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cecf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068235-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

45232410 - Sewerage work

90470000 - Sewer cleaning services

90480000 - Sewerage management services

90490000 - Sewer survey and sewage treatment consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£189,674,389 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£189,674,389 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Apr 2027 - 25 Apr 2030 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
THAMES WATER UTILITIES 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
READING
Postcode
RG1 8DB
Post Town
Reading
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
TLI London, TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Reading
Electoral Ward
Thames
Westminster Constituency
Reading Central

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