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23 Jul 2026 at 15:02

Summary of the contracting process

Dwr Cymru Cyfyngedig is seeking to procure specialist engineering expertise for the "DCWW2098 Pressurised Pipeline Services - Market Notice". This procurement focuses on providing services to repair live pressurised systems and supply fittings and components critical to maintaining clean and waste water systems. The tender process is currently in the tender stage and follows an open competitive procedure. Key dates include the closure of the enquiry period by 30th July 2026 and the end of the tender period on 17th August 2026. The contract covers areas in both North and South Wales and has specific categories, including pipes and fittings, fabrication work, and repair and maintenance services, with a gross contract value of GBP 17,760,000.

This tender presents multiple opportunities for businesses involved in engineering services, pipeline design, and fabrication, focusing on site services and the supply of fittings. Companies specialising in these areas, particularly those with capabilities in high-pressure maintenance and bespoke solutions, are well-suited to participate. The procurement allows for flexible competition, with potential contract extensions based on performance. Being part of a framework agreement enables businesses to have fixed initial pricing with opportunities for price reviews during the extension period, which aligns with economic indices, fostering stability and growth opportunities for participating businesses.

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Notice Title

DCWW2098 Pressurised Pipeline Services - Market Notice

Notice Description

The procurement is for the specialist engineering expertise to safely undertake repairs on live pressurised systems and supply both off the shelf products and bespoke fittings required to maintain and repair critical assets. The scope includes planned and reactive services, emergency response services, fabrication and installation of pipework and fittings across both the clean and waste water operating networks..

Lot Information

Standard Fitting Supply

Provision of standard off-the-shelf under-pressure pipeline fittings, components and associated accessories required to support the operation, maintenance and repair of DCC's water and wastewater network infrastructure.

Options: Additional pipe and fittings maybe added to the schedule of rates

Renewal: The contract can be extended for a maximum of 5 years( 2 + 2 + 1), based on supplier performance and operational circumstances.

Bespoke Fabrication North Wales

Provision of specialist design, fabrication and manufacture of bespoke pipeline fittings, assemblies and associated components to meet operational, maintenance and emergency response requirements across water and wastewater network in North Wales.

Options: Additional fabrication work maybe added to the schedule of rates

Renewal: The contract can be extended for a maximum of 5 years( 2 + 2 + 1), based on supplier performance and operational circumstances.

Bespoke Fabrication South Wales

Provision of specialist design, fabrication and manufacture of bespoke pipeline fittings, assemblies and associated components to meet operational, maintenance and emergency response requirements across the water and wastewater network in South Wales.

Options: Additional fabrication work maybe added to the schedule of rates

Renewal: The contract can be extended for a maximum of 5 years( 2 + 2 + 1), based on supplier performance and operational circumstances.

Site Services North Wales

Provision of specialist onsite engineering services to support planned, reactive and emergency works on live under-pressure water and wastewater network assets in North Wales.

Options: Additional site services work maybe added to the schedule of rates

Renewal: The contract can be extended for a maximum of 5 years( 2 + 2 + 1), based on supplier performance and operational circumstances.

Site Services South Wales

Provision of specialist onsite engineering services to support planned, reactive and emergency works on live under-pressure water and wastewater network assets.

Options: Additional site services work maybe added to the schedule of rates

Renewal: The contract can be extended for a maximum of 5 years( 2 + 2 + 1), based on supplier performance and operational circumstances.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d26d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069914-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

44163000 - Pipes and fittings

45255400 - Fabrication work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

71322200 - Pipeline-design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,800,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£14,800,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 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
DWR CYMRU CYFYNGEDIG
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF3 0LT
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Trowbridge
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff East

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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