---
title: "Supply of Water"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052583"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-052583.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-24"
---

# Supply of Water

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052583

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Suffolk County Council involves the planned tendering for the "Supply of Water" and associated services. Situated in Ipswich, the council operates within the UKH14 region. Currently at the planning stage, this procurement is classified under services, specifically within the water distribution and related services industry. Key dates to note include the publication of the pipeline notice on 24th May 2025 and a future notice date set for 1st October 2025. The planned contract period extends from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2030, with the potential for renewal until 31st March 2032. The estimated contract value is £5.2 million, excluding taxes, with a gross value of £6.5 million.

The tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for organisations specialising in water supply and management services. Businesses with experience in public sector contracts and those capable of ensuring sustainable and efficient water distribution would be well-positioned to compete. The procurement overseen by Vertas Group Limited, acting as the procuring entity and process contact point, suggests possible collaboration and networking opportunities in the region. This tender offers a strategic entry into a stable and essential service sector, ideal for established service providers looking to expand their portfolio within the United Kingdom's public service sphere.

## Notice

Supply of water and associated services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027265-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 24 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,200,000 |
| 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 | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | VERTAS GROUP LIMITED |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 65 - Public utilities

### Codes

- 65100000 - Water distribution and related services

## Release History

- 24 May 2025 at 09:31 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027265-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027265-2025
  24th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.vertas.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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