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title: "Works and Maintenance of Watercourse and Related Assets"
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# Works and Maintenance of Watercourse and Related Assets

Buyer: EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9cbf0a75-9351-45dd-a7aa-724894e24cfe

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Works and Maintenance of Watercourse and Related Assets" was undertaken by Epping Forest District Council, located in Epping, England. This tender pertains to the water-treatment industry category, specifically focusing on the works and maintenance of watercourses and related assets. The procurement process followed an open procedure, which was completed with the award being finalised on 5th July 2021. The contract initiated on 6th August 2021 and is set to conclude on 5th February 2026. The award notice was published on 21st October 2025. The total contract value is £315,000.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for SMEs, especially those specialising in water-treatment and infrastructure maintenance. The open procurement method enables a wide range of businesses to compete, enhancing their visibility and potential market growth. The contract, awarded to Hugh Pearl (Land Drainage) Limited, indicates a precedent for SMEs to secure such public contracts, making it an attractive opportunity for similar businesses looking to expand their operations within the public sector and particularly in infrastructure projects concerning watercourse maintenance in Essex.

## Notice

Works and Maintenance of Watercourse and Related Assets

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad45b9de-7838-4cc4-9884-b9181907d653 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 5 Aug 2021 - 5 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £315,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £315,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | EPPING |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM16 4BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH35 West Essex |
| Local authority | Epping Forest |
| Electoral ward | Epping West & Rural |
| Westminster constituency | Epping Forest |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HUGH PEARL (LAND DRAINAGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45232430 - Water-treatment work

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2025 at 14:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad45b9de-7838-4cc4-9884-b9181907d653

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad45b9de-7838-4cc4-9884-b9181907d653
  21st October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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