--- title: "PRO004871 HGV and Associated Trailer's Framework Lot 3 Trailers" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0544c7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0544c7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0544c7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0544c7.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED" published: "2026-05-18" --- # PRO004871 HGV and Associated Trailer's Framework Lot 3 Trailers Buyer: UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0544c7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0544c7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0544c7.json) ## Summary The procurement process led by United Utilities Water Limited for the supply of HGV trailers and related services has concluded with the selection of Wilcox Commercial Vehicles Limited as the supplier for Lot 3 under the AMP8 fleet replacement programme. This initiative, operating under the utilities special regime, falls under the category of goods and involves a selective procurement method executed through a competitive flexible procedure. It encompasses the delivery and maintenance of approximately 11 trailer units with support services like training and technical assistance, under a 5-year contract with a potential 3-year extension. The transaction, valued at approximately £3.5 million, has a scheduled standstill period ending on 28 May 2026, with the contract commencing on 29 May 2026, and could be extended up to 2034. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in heavy-duty vehicles and associated services, specifically those equipped to provide Euro VI compliant trailers and robust aftersales support. SMEs with capabilities in vehicle supply chains, technical training, and lifecycle services are particularly well-positioned to benefit. By aligning with sustainability and operational resilience goals, companies can access lucrative, long-term frameworks within the water and wastewater sectors, ensuring consistent revenue streams and fostering market stability. ## Notice Lot 3 covers the procurement of HGV trailers and associated services required to support United Utilities' AMP8 fleet replacement and operational delivery requirements across water and wastewater services. The requirement includes the supply of approximately 11 trailer units over the AMP8 period, together with related support services such as delivery, pre-delivery inspection, parts availability, training, diagnostic support and technical assistance.he proposed framework award is for an initial 5-year term, with an optional 3-year extension, and an anticipated value of approximately PS3.5m. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - HGV Chassis including Rigid and Articulated Units United Utilities Water Limited (UU) invites suitably qualified suppliers for the provision of HGVs under a multi-lot framework agreement. This procurement supports UU's AMP8 investment programme and strategic goal of achieving net zero by 2030. The scope includes supply, delivery, pre-delivery inspection, registration, warranty support, training, optional maintenance packages, and parts provision. Suppliers must demonstrate Euro VI compliance, robust aftersales support across the North West, and alignment with UU's sustainability and operational resilience goals. The agreement will run for 5 years with options to extend up to 8 years. Lot 1 will be awarded to a sole supplier. Applicants must meet stringent eligibility criteria including financial standing, ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001), and demonstrate capability across all required service areas. Full details and participation requirements are outlined in the Conditions of Participation Questionnaire (CoPQ). Renewal: Optional 1 +1 +1 year extensions Lot 2 - Tankers - Potable and Wastewater Tankers (1) Renewal: Optional 1 +1 +1 year extensions Lot 3 - Trailers including Tippers, Bulk Bodies, and Crane Wagons Renewal: Optional 1 +1 +1 year extensions ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045404-2026 | | Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 24 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | 28 May 2026 - 29 May 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £35,500,000 | | Lots value | £35,500,000 | | Awards value | £35,500,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Pending | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA5 3LP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington | | Local authority | Warrington | | Electoral ward | Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall | | Westminster constituency | Warrington South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 3 | | Supplier names | CROSSLAND TANKERS; NORTH WEST TRUCK SERVICES; WILCOX COMMERCIAL VEHICLES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34114000 - Specialist vehicles - 34133100 - Tankers - 34140000 - Heavy-duty motor vehicles - 34144212 - Water-tender vehicles - 34144500 - Vehicles for refuse and sewage - 34144520 - Sewage tankers - 34144700 - Utility vehicles - 34200000 - Vehicle bodies, trailers or semi-trailers - 34223000 - Trailers and semi-trailers - 34223300 - Trailers - 34223310 - General-purpose trailers - 34223340 - Tanker trailers - 34223370 - Tipper trailers - 34224000 - Parts of trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles ## Release History - 18 May 2026 at 14:02 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045404-2026 - 17 Apr 2026 at 12:27 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035197-2026 - 25 Mar 2026 at 10:33 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027195-2026 - 10 Jun 2025 at 14:53 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031330-2025 - 6 Jun 2025 at 15:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030723-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045404-2026 18th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035197-2026 17th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027195-2026 25th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031330-2025 10th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030723-2025 6th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.crosslandtankers.com - http://www.northwesttrucks.co.uk - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=94705&B= - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.unitedutilities.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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