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03 Aug 2026 at 13:27

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involved Transport for London (TfL) as the buying organisation, focused on the project titled "DLR Thamesmead Extension Water Utility Studies Tranche One." The process is associated with the industry category of water distribution and related services and is located in various regions across the United Kingdom, including London. The procurement stage has been completed, with significant key dates including the award announcement on 3 August 2026 and the contract start date on 15 September 2026. A direct award method was used, justified by the 'non-contestable' nature of the works at this stage, with Thames Water Utilities Limited being the statutory undertaker responsible for the relevant water supply and wastewater removal at the specified sites.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses involved in water utility services to expand their portfolio, particularly those capable of executing specialised water-related studies and surveys. Companies with expertise in non-intrusive surveys and desktop studies within the utility sector could find advantageous growth prospects by aligning with roles similar to Thames Water Utilities Limited. This opportunity is especially suited for businesses holding intellectual property or exclusive rights related to water services, which can leverage these assets for competitive advantage.

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Notice Title

DLR Thamesmead Extension Water Utility Studies Tranche One

Notice Description

To conduct water utility related desk top studies and non-intrusive surveys for Thamesmead Extension sites A, B, C, D, E, F & G. Thames Water Utilities Limited 'Stage C3' 'Draft Schemes and Budget Estimates' information less intrusive surveys and works.

Procurement Information

This Direct Award is required due to the 'non-contestable' nature of the works at this stage. Thames Water Utilities Limited is the Statutory Undertaker governed by the Water Industry Act 1991 responsible for the water supply and wastewater removal at Thamesmead Extension sites A, B, C, D, E, F & G. Thames Water Utilities Limited has intellectual property rights or other exclusive rights relating to these Thames Water assets.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da15
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073228-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

65100000 - Water distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£841,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THANES WATER UTILITIES

Further Information

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