--- title: "Main Rehab Framework Agreement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049a4e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049a4e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049a4e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049a4e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED" published: "2024-09-12" --- # Main Rehab Framework Agreement Buyer: THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049a4e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049a4e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049a4e.json) ## Summary Thames Water Utilities Limited is in the planning stage of a significant procurement process titled the "Main Rehab Framework Agreement". This initiative falls under the construction work category and is primarily focused on the structural renewal and maintenance of water distribution mains within the Thames Valley, North and South London, including Guildford. The estimated value of the project is £440 million, aimed at improving network resilience, reducing leakage, and decreasing the risk of mains failure. The procurement involves two lots: Lot 1 for design and build, and Lot 2 for build-only contracts, expected to span until April 2029 with potential extensions. Key upcoming dates include a launch event on 30th September 2024 and a deadline for confirming attendance by 26th September 2024. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in construction and civil engineering. Companies specialising in waterworks, mains rehabilitation, and infrastructure projects are particularly well-suited to compete. The framework aims to appoint multiple contractors to handle the significant volume of work, thus opening avenues for both design and build-only contracts. Businesses adept at delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly those with experience in water distribution systems, will find this tender conducive to growth and expansion. With a substantial budget and long-term scope, participating firms can expect a steady pipeline of work and collaboration with Thames Water, a leading utility in the UK. ## Notice Thames Water has planned for 570km to be delivered during AMP8 (with a further 1,000km in AMP9). The intention is to split this between water quality driven mains rehab (12km), burst driven mains rehab (108km) and whole DMA replacement (380km). This framework is intended to compliment the existing framework by providing supplementary support in addressing the evolving demands of the current framework in the next AMP and going forward. The aim of the AMP8 Distribution Mains Renewal Programme is to replace the pipework (excluding new polyethylene) within the worst performing DMAs so that the amount of leakage in each of those areas is reduced. The business drivers for the schemes are: * Network resilience * Leakage reduction * Reduce risk of mains failure and customers interruptions * Improving C-Mex measure The objective of the Distribution Mains Renewal Programme is the structural renewal of targeted water distribution mains and all associated apparatus in the network to reduce bursts and leakage. Renewal of the water mains network shall include but not be limited to: * Optimisation, structural replacement or relining of distribution water mains within DMAs and bounded by district meters and the District Boundary Valves. * Structural replacement of all service connections from the distribution mains to customer boundaries, including installation of a suitable boundary box. * Replacement of all apparatus connected to the network including valves, hydrants, disinfection points, air valves, etc. * Securing abandoned mains by cutting and capping. Removing surface covers, marker posts and plates of abandoned washouts, hydrants, and valves etc. so that only covers relating to live apparatus remain. ### Lot Information Design and Build This Mains Rehab Framework procurement is for the appointment of a Contractor(s) to deliver the mains works under a design and build (Lot 1) and build only (Lot 2) contracts. The value of the works is estimated between PS300m to PS440m covering an estimated meterage 100-200km across the Thames Valley, North London and South London (including Guildford) regions and will be split between 2nr Lots of 3-5 Contractors on each covering works up to April 2029 with the potential for a further extension of up to 4 years. Thames Water will produce the reference solution however in some cases the Contractor(s) may be appointed to produce the reference design or ECI works or both. Contract type: To be let under IChemE Burgundy Book Target Cost - with TW amendments Additional information: Launch event to be held via Teams on 30th September 2024 at 3.00pm (subject to approval) please email procurement.support.centre@thameswater.co.uk for joining instructions and to confirm attendance by 26th September 1.00 pm Build Only This Mains Rehab Framework procurement is for the appointment of a Contractor(s) to deliver the mains works under a design and build (Lot 1) and build only (Lot 2) contracts. The value of the works is estimated between PS300m to PS440m covering an estimated meterage 100-200km across the Thames Valley, North London and South London(including Guildford) regions and will be split between 2nr Lots of 3-5 Contractors on each covering works up to April 2029 with the potential for a further extension of up to 4 years. Thames Water will produce the reference solution however in some cases the Contractor(s) may be appointed to produce the reference design or ECI works or both. Contract Type: To be let under NEC4 ECSS Short Form - with TW amendments (Lump sum / Cost Reimbursable) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029236-2024 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | 20 Oct 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £440,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 12 Sep 2024 at 11:32 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029236-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://www.thameswater.co.uk - https://www.thameswater.co.uk/about-us/our-suppliers/procurement ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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