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2026 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Works Management Solution

ANGLIAN WATER SERVICES

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

30 Jul 2026 at 13:10

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

30 Jul 2026 at 12:38

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

30 Jul 2026 at 12:24

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Anglian Water Services, a private utility located in Huntingdon, UK, is engaging in a market exercise for the development of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Works Management Solution. This preliminary planning phase is aimed at exploring and better understanding available market capabilities, delivery models, and commercial options that can support their operational planning and compliance needs. The engagement is classified within the IT services industry, specifically in consulting, software development, internet, and support. Suppliers interested in participating should note that submissions for this market engagement are due by 1 September 2026. Although this is not a formal procurement process, insights derived will inform future procurement strategies and decisions, with a projected contract period starting in September 2028.

This tender opportunity offers substantial growth prospects, particularly for businesses specialising in IT services, such as software development and consulting. Companies with expertise in providing robust, scalable ERP solutions capable of enhancing planning, scheduling, contractor management, and compliance stand to benefit significantly. Engaging with Anglian Water Services in this preparatory phase can position businesses favourably when formal procurement begins, potentially opening doors to long-term collaboration with one of the UK's prominent utility companies. Clarity and responsiveness in communication via the Ariba portal can further enhance a participant’s prospects as information gathered will inform forthcoming strategic sourcing decisions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2026 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Works Management Solution

Notice Description

Anglian Water is initiating early market engagement to explore an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Works Management Solution. This exercise aims to help us better understand the market landscape, including the capabilities, service features, and delivery models available to support Anglian Waters Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Works Management Solutions requirements. The insights gained will inform our strategy to secure a commercially robust, scalable solution that aligns with both our regulatory duties and broader business outcomes. Please note that any submission received in response to this exercise will not constitute any contractual agreement between the respondent and Anglian Water.

Planning Information

Anglian Water is undertaking a market engagement exercise to better understand the capabilities, delivery models, implementation approaches, and commercial options available within the market for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Works Management solutions. The scope of this engagement includes solutions capable of supporting operational planning, scheduling, contractor and fleet management, biosolids movements, compliance, reporting, integrations, and wider works management activities. The information gathered will be used to inform future requirements, procurement strategy, and route-to-market decisions. This exercise is for information-gathering purposes only and does not form part of a formal procurement process. Supplier clarification questions should be submitted via the Ariba messaging function. Clarifications will be reviewed and responded to through the Ariba portal only. To ensure transparency and equal treatment, responses will be shared with all participating suppliers through a Q&A log where appropriate. The deadline for submission of responses to this Market Engagement is 1 September 2026. To access this event please use this link - https://eu.mu.ariba.com/uav/project/?token=bf2fc499-78b9-40e1-b480-e7153c48185b

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d795
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072223-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2028 - 2 Sep 2030 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANGLIAN WATER SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE29 6XU
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
Huntingdon North
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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