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title: "Interim NAV Markets"
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buyer: "O F W A T"
published: "2025-12-17"
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# Interim NAV Markets

Buyer: O F W A T  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fe88469b-e1de-4d60-9ba7-cd7819bf0922

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## Summary

O F W A T has concluded an award for the tender titled "Interim NAV Markets," aimed at supporting the implementation of NAV licensing reform as outlined in Ofwat's consultation in October 2025. This procurement falls under the Research and Development services category, with regions in England and Wales specified for delivery. The procurement was conducted via direct method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The award was published on 17 December 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1 January 2026 and conclude by 31 March 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in consultancy services within the research and development sector to support Ofwat's regulatory initiatives. The project could enhance visibility and credibility in the industry, providing a platform for future contracts. Given the procurement's nature and the direct allocation method, businesses with strong expertise in regulatory reforms and consultancy within the water industry could find this tender particularly advantageous for growth and networking.

## Notice

Support Ofwat's implementation of NAV licensing reform (set out in Ofwat's October 2025 consultation)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37fba728-a829-4945-9ab9-3cbd1910d1dd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £51,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £51,000 |
| 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 | O F W A T |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 4UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NEXTGEN RECRUITS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2025 at 12:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37fba728-a829-4945-9ab9-3cbd1910d1dd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37fba728-a829-4945-9ab9-3cbd1910d1dd
  17th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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