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title: "90713000"
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# 90713000

Buyer: SOUTHERN WATER SERVICES LTD.  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0471b2

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## Summary

Southern Water Services Ltd. is currently initiating a procurement process for environmental investigation and pollution response services, classified under CPV code 90713000. This tender, titled "90713000", involves multiple lots for various levels of pollution response with an estimated total value of £14 million. The main procurement category is services within the UKJ region. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with electronic and written submissions accepted. The tender period is set to end on 10th March 2025, with the award period starting the same day. Bidders are invited to apply for multiple lots, including Environmental Investigations and Pollution Response for minor, medium, and major events. The framework duration is initially four years, with potential extensions up to four additional years in one-year increments.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in environmental consultancy, pollution response, and related services. Smaller and larger companies equipped with the capacity for swift emergency response and technical expertise in environmental compliance can benefit from these contracts. The framework allows for multiple suppliers, creating a competitive environment conducive to innovation and efficiency. Companies that can provide skilled personnel, specialized equipment, and comprehensive reporting and follow-up services are well-suited to meet Southern Water's stringent requirements for rapid incident response and environmental protection.

## Notice

The contracting authority invites tenders for the delivery of environmental investigation and pollution response works and services. The framework duration will be four years with an option to extend for up to a further four years in one-year increments. The Client's intention is to appoint suppliers to the following Lots under this framework. Lot 1: Environmental Investigations (Estimated value - PS7m) Lot 2a: Pollution Response Minor events (Estimated value - PS2m) Lot 2b: Pollution Response Medium events (Estimated value - PS2m) Lot 2c: Pollution Response Major events (Estimated value - PS3m)

### Lot Information

Lot 1: Provision of appropriately qualified environmental water quality technicians, technical and engineering personnel to attend and assess and advise on appropriate mitigation and remediation.

Southern Water (SW) requires swift attendance at sewage, oil or chemical pollution, and clean water incidents anywhere in the SW region and includes, without limitation, domestic premises, commercial/industrial sites, agricultural land, inland waterways, lakes and reservoirs. The selected service provider(s) will be tasked with promptly assessing the impact of incidents and providing recommendations for immediate remedial actions. Additionally, the provider is expected to make recommendations aimed at preventing the recurrence of such incidents. SW are currently considering a Framework model with two lots. Lot 1: Provision of appropriately qualified environmental water quality technicians, technical and engineering personnel to attend and assess and advise on appropriate mitigation and remediation. Additional information: Initial term is 4 years, with extension opportunities of 4 x 1-years.

Lot 2: Remediation, preventative and environmental protection works.

Southern Water (SW) requires swift attendance at sewage, oil or chemical pollution, and clean water incidents anywhere in the SW region and includes, without limitation, domestic premises, commercial/industrial sites, agricultural land, inland waterways, lakes and reservoirs. The selected service provider(s) will be tasked with promptly assessing the impact of incidents and providing recommendations for immediate remedial actions. Additionally, the provider is expected to make recommendations aimed at preventing the recurrence of such incidents. SW are currently considering a Framework model with two lots. Lot 2: Remediation, preventative and environmental protection works. Additional information: Initial term is 4 years, with extension opportunities of 4 x 1-years.

Lot 1 & 2

* Investigation Technician (IT) and EPIR Services: In-hours and out-of-hours environmental pollution response, including escalation for severe incidents and compliance with Lone Working Directives. Tasks include initial investigations, data collection, incident classification, and submission of reports within 24 hours. * Environmental Pollution Incident Response (EPIR): Detailed investigation and mitigation of pollution events, including impact analysis, source identification, containment measures, and stakeholder communication. * Reporting and Follow-Up: Comprehensive documentation of findings, regulatory submissions, corrective actions, and preventative measures to ensure compliance and avoid recurrence. * Sewage, Oil, and Chemical Response Services: Emergency response to control, contain, and remediate pollution incidents involving sewage, oil, or chemicals, including recovery, clean-up, and proper waste disposal. * Specialized Equipment and Services: Provision of vacuum tankers, booms, aeration equipment, and marine response personnel for waterway and land-based incidents. * Treated Water Response: Neutralization, removal, and transport of treated water spills under professional direction to ensure environmental compliance.

Renewal: 4 Years (1+1+1+1)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001573-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTHERN WATER SERVICES LTD. |
| Locality | WORTHING |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN13 3NX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Worthing |
| Electoral ward | Northbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Worthing West |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90600000 - Cleaning and sanitation services in urban or rural areas, and related services
- 90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services
- 90715000 - Pollution investigation services

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2025 at 16:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001573-2025
- 21 Jun 2024 at 08:46 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019123-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.southernwater.co.uk
- https://southernwater.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://southernwater.bravosolution.co.uk/

## Provenance

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