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title: "Nutrient Mitigation Scheme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0560dd"
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buyer: "NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LTD"
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# Nutrient Mitigation Scheme

Buyer: NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0560dd

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## Summary

Norse Commercial Services Ltd, in conjunction with Alliance Norse Ltd, has completed the contracting process for the "Nutrient Mitigation Scheme" in the River Wye catchment area, part of the Peak District Dales. This initiative addresses environmental concerns related to nutrient levels, primarily phosphates and nitrates, in the region. The procurement, initiated as an open competition and classified under works, resulted in an award to WCI Group Ltd. The project involves several activities, including sewage treatment plant construction work, consultancy services, and environmental management, with an overall contract value of £2,136,645. Work began on April 1, 2026, with completion aimed for November 23, 2026, across locations including UKF12 and UKF13.

This contract provides substantial business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in environmental management and construction. Companies with expertise in designing and installing wastewater treatment systems, as well as those skilled in environmental consultancy, can benefit greatly from this type of project. The process allowed for three bids, highlighting a competitive environment where businesses that deliver innovative solutions in line with the councils' mitigation strategies could thrive. The focus on achieving significant nutrient reductions and compliance with regulatory standards underscores the potential for companies that can consistently deliver and enhance their technical offerings in sustainable practices.

## Notice

Norse Commercial Services are undertaking a tender on behalf of Alliance Norse Ltd (a Joint Venture company) to deliver a nutrient mitigation project in the River Wye catchment area (Peak District Dales) following recent advise from Natural England and the Department for Levelling up, for housing and communities that are identified in relation to excess phosphates and nitrates in the River Wye.2.3.The tender is for the following works: Survey and assess domestic wastewater treatment systems (septic tanks or waste or package treatment plants) throughout Buxton and adjacent areas within the River Wye catchment area to identify suitable upgrade candidates Design and install high performance package treatment plants (PTP's) or enhanced septic systems that achieve the required effluent standards (for example a 2mg/L phosphorus limit) and comply with relevant standards (BS 6927, Building Regulations Part H etc) Ensure new systems meet Building Regulations Operational Requirement G2 (enhanced water efficiency) and any applicable local water efficiency standards. Prepare and submit any necessary planning applications or obtain relevant permits, including securing Unilateral Undertakings or planning the obligations from property owners to commit to nutrient savings upgrades for at least 25 years (or as required by the Local Planning Authority) Monitor and record the nutrient reduction (savings) achieved by each upgraded property, following the technical framework. Provide regular reports to Alliance Norse on performance (including sample results, maintenance visits and enforcement actions if needed). Dispose of waste from installations (old tanks, excavated material in compliance with environmental duty of care using licensed carriers and facilities. Co-ordinate with Alliance Norse, the Council and other stakeholders (such as Natural England, water companies and local planners as required. The Successful Bidder is expected to deliver nutrient saving consistent with the Councils mitigation strategy (for example achieving around 5kg of phosphorus reduction per upgrades system). Detailed performance targets and calculation methods are provided in Appendix E.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029495-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 23 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,200,000 |
| Lots value | £2,200,000 |
| Awards value | £2,136,645 |
| Contracts value | £2,136,645 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LTD |
| Additional buyers | ALLIANCE NORSE LTD; HIGH PEAK BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR6 6EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Catton Grove |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich North |
| Delivery location | TLF12 East Derbyshire, TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WCI GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 45252100 - Sewage-treatment plant construction work
- 90450000 - Treatment services of septic tanks
- 90490000 - Sewer survey and sewage treatment consultancy services
- 90710000 - Environmental management

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 09:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029495-2026
- 30 Sep 2025 at 13:06 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060901-2025
- 8 Aug 2025 at 09:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047150-2025
- 17 Jul 2025 at 09:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040759-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029495-2026
  31st March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060901-2025
  30th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047150-2025
  8th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040759-2025
  17th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/AAE2XUWNA4
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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