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title: "Natural Gas (Supply and Export)"
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buyer: "THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED"
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# Natural Gas (Supply and Export)

Buyer: THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-035ea3

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## Summary

The procurement process being undertaken by Thames Water Utilities Ltd involves the award of a contract for the supply, metering, and export of Natural Gas. The procurement stage is noted as complete, with the title of the tender being "Natural Gas (Supply and Export)". This opportunity falls under the industry category of natural gas, and the buying organisation is located in Reading, United Kingdom. The contract duration is set for 4 years, with a possibility to extend for an additional 4 years. The procurement method is specified as a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in natural gas supply, metering, and export services. Companies well-versed in the energy sector and experienced in collaborating with utilities providers would be well-suited to compete. The various lots within the tender, such as "Natural Gas Supply and Metering" and "Export of biomethane", offer avenues for revenue growth and innovation. As Thames Water Utilities Ltd aims to optimise gas usage efficiency and revenue generation, businesses offering solutions in these areas have the potential to thrive through this contracting opportunity.

## Notice

Thames Water Utilities (TWUL) are the largest water and wastewater services company in the UK, providing services to 15 million customers across London and the Thames Valley. TWUL would like to procure a framework agreement for the supply, metering and export of their Natural Gas portfolio. The contract will be for a 4 year period with an option to extend for a further 4 year period. Multi-lot applications are preferred.

### Lot Information

Natural Gas Supply and Metering

The scope of this lot is to award a framework agreement for the supply of natural gas to TW sites as well as monitoring and maintainance of our gas meter fleet. TW's gas consumption is fairly consistent at around 100GWh per annum which is mainly used in the waste water treatment process as well as heating and hot water. TW currently have 66 AMR meters (one daily metered site). We are looking for a proactive supplier to collaborate with to improve gas usage efficiency without penalty as well as optimise prices, whether through hedging or other means. It is important that the uptime of our meters is maximised so response times and technical support are key here as well as proactive intervention when appropriate. Reporting is important to us, preferably real time. As you will be working on our sites, there are detailed health and safety processes and accreditations that we will require you to either already have or be willing to acquire.

Options: Any agreement awarded would be for an initial duration of 4 years with options to extend up to a maximum overall term of 8 years

Renewal: Any agreement awarded would be for an initial duration of 4 years, with options to extend up to a maximum overall term of 8 years.

Export of biomethane

The scope of this lot is to award a framework agreement for the export and sale of biomethane gas generated through our biogas upgrade plants on key waste treatment sites. We are currently producing around 43MWh of biomethane per year but this is expected to increase up to 709 MWh by 2030 due to a planned programme of biogas upgrade plant installations. We are interested in working with suppliers who will be able to optimise revenue, help us make informed decisions on green gas certificates and assist us in achieve our Net Zero Strategy. As this is an emerging market, we welcome continuous improvement and innovation throughout the agreement period. Access to a detailed reporting system is essential for this lot.

Options: Any agreement awarded would be for an initial duration of 4 years, with options to extend up to a maximum overall term of 8 years.

Renewal: Any agreement awarded would be for an initial duration of 4 years, with options to extend up to a maximum overall term of 8 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011013-2023 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Between 4 and 8 years. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000,000 |
| Lots value | £70,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG1 8DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Reading |
| Electoral ward | Thames |
| Westminster constituency | Reading Central |
| Delivery location | TLI London, TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CORONA ENERGY RETAIL 4 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 09121200 - Mains gas
- 09123000 - Natural gas

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2023 at 15:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011013-2023
- 5 Sep 2022 at 09:09 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024768-2022
- 16 Aug 2022 at 08:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022524-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.thameswater.co.uk
- http://www.thameswater.co.uk/procurement
- https://www.thameswater.co.uk/
- https://www.thameswater.co.uk/procurement

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