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title: "Framework Agreement for the provision of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) and White Diesel"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-035675"
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buyer: "NORTHUMBRIAN WATER GROUP LIMITED"
published: "2022-07-27"
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# Framework Agreement for the provision of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) and White Diesel

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIAN WATER GROUP LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-035675

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## Summary

The Northumbrian Water Group Limited is currently conducting a selective procurement process titled "Framework Agreement for the provision of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) and White Diesel". This tender falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on fuels. The procurement is based in the North East of England, with expressions of interest required by 10 August 2022, and the final submission deadline for completed RFPs set for 17 August 2022. The procurement is being managed through the electronic Ariba portal, with interested suppliers needing to provide specific company details to gain access to the necessary documents.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fuel supply, particularly those offering environmentally friendly options such as Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO). Companies capable of delivering to multiple NWL sites across various locations including the North East, Essex, and Suffolk are encouraged to apply for one or more of the four available lots. This initiative not only aligns with the growing demand for sustainable fuel solutions but also supports NWL's Net Zero aspirations, making it a suitable venture for businesses looking to expand their market presence in the green energy sector.

## Notice

NWL require a Framework agreement for the provision of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) and White Diesel. There will be four lots on this Framework: * Lot 1: Supply of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to Commercial Fleet * Lot 2: Supply of White Diesel to Commercial Fleet * Lot 3: Supply of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to NWL Locations * Lot 4: Supply of White Diesel to NWL Locations NWL requires HVO to meet BS EN 15940 fuel specifications standards. Currently NWL uses white diesel in various business areas. To support our Net Zero aspirations, we are now looking at non-fossil fuel alternatives. In addition to this to ensure business continuity we are also looking for framework partners for the provision of white diesel. For details on our net zero targets you can review: Emission Possible: The Race is on as Northumbrian Water joins the UN's Net Zero push and publishes 2027 plan (nwg.co.uk) There is no guaranteed spend with each vendor. NWL also cannot guarantee volumes for each lot and are based on historic data. Tenderers may apply for just one, some or all lots, however, you must be able to supply HVO/White Diesel to all sites listed against each lot.

### Lot Information

Supply of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to Commercial Fleet

NWL are looking for alternative to white/red diesel supply for our commercial fleet in a form of a Framework Agreement. To supply HVO initially to two drop sites in the North East of England. At these two sites, there will be a 30,000 litre tank for fuel with an automatic re-ordering system in place. There is no guaranteed spend with each vendor. NWL also cannot guarantee volumes for each lot and are based on historic data.

Options: After the initial 36 months, an optional 24 months extension will be available.

Supply of White Diesel to Commercial Fleet

To supply white diesel to two drop sites in the North East of England. At these two sites, there will be a 30,000 litre tank for fuel with an automatic re-ordering system in place. In 2021, these vehicles used 1.3 million litres of white diesel. There is no guaranteed spend with each vendor. NWL also cannot guarantee volumes for each lot and are based on historic data.

Options: After the initial 36 months, an optional 24 months extension will be available.

Supply of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to NWL Locations

To supply HVO to NWL sites across North East England, Essex and Suffolk. This will be used on Plant, Generators and other machinery. Over a 14 month period (Jan 2021-28 Feb 2022), these sites used 598,507 litres of white diesel in 193 separate deliveries. Minimum delivery will be 500 litres. There is no guaranteed spend with each vendor. NWL also cannot guarantee volumes for each lot and are based on historic data.

Options: After the initial 36 months, an optional 24 months extension will be available.

Supply of White Diesel to NWL sites

To supply White Diesel to NWL sites. This Lot will only be utilised if Lot 1 and/or Lot 3 is not viewed as commercially viable for NWL. This lot has been split into two parts: * Lot 4.1 Supply of White Diesel- Northern Operating Sites * Lot 4.2 Supply of White Diesel- Southern Operating Sites There is no guaranteed spend with each vendor. NWL also cannot guarantee volumes for each lot and are based on historic data.

Options: After the initial 36 months, an optional 24 months extension will be available.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020460-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIAN WATER GROUP LIMITED |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5FJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLH14 Suffolk CC, TLH3 Essex |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

### Codes

- 09100000 - Fuels

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2022 at 11:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020460-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nwl.co.uk
- https://s1.ariba.com

## Provenance

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