--- title: "Water Quality Management" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058d62" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058d62" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058d62.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058d62.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "APUC LIMITED" published: "2025-09-18" --- # Water Quality Management Buyer: APUC LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058d62 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058d62) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058d62.json) ## Summary The procurement process for "Water Quality Management" led by APUC Limited involves the provision of services to various Higher and Further Education Institutions across Scotland, as well as entities in England and Wales. This tender falls under the services category, specifically related to risk or hazard assessment other than for construction. Located in the United Kingdom, the procurement process is currently in the tender update stage. Key dates include an amended submission deadline of 7th October 2025, due to legislative delays, with the Framework Agreement expected to commence on 1st December 2025. The process follows an open procurement method, allowing for a wide range of participants, and covers multiple regions, promising substantial involvement across the UK. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in water quality management, particularly those capable of offering comprehensive services including risk assessment, sampling, and treatment. The contract is structured to include several lots, with up to 22 contractors being sought for framework participation, which opens the door for various companies to secure long-term partnerships in these public sectors. Companies focusing on services related to water-treatment chemicals, filtering or purifying apparatus, and tank-cleaning services stand to benefit. Participation in this framework not only allows businesses to establish or expand their client base but also aligns them with the ethical and environmental benchmarks outlined by APUC, enhancing their market competitiveness and sustainability credentials. ## Notice The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Water Quality Management Services to the Higher (HE) and Further (FE) Education Institutions throughout Scotland and Higher Education Institutions and other organisations in England and Wales. This includes all members, associate members and their associated and affiliated bodies of APUC Ltd.(Advanced Procurement for Universities & Colleges), HEPCW (Higher Education Procurement Consortia Wales), NEUPC (North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium), NWUPC (North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium), LUPC (London Universities Purchasing Consortium) and SUPC (Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium). In addition to this NHS Scotland Local and Specialised Health Boards, Scotland Excel and its members, Scottish Government Bodies and the Scottish Prison Service will also have access to the Framework Agreement, as detailed within Appendix E - List of Institutions. The Authority are seeking to obtain, through this tendering process, price normalisation for all Institutions regardless of size and demand. ### Lot Information Lot 2 - Water Treatment Services (UK Wide) The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Water Treatment Services as part of a Water Quality Management service to the Higher (HE) and Further (FE) Education Institutions throughout Scotland and Higher Education Institutions and other organisations in England and Wales. This includes all members, associate members and their associated and affiliated bodies of APUC Ltd.(Advanced Procurement for Universities & Colleges), HEPCW (Higher Education Procurement Consortia Wales), NEUPC (North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium), NWUPC (North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium), LUPC (London Universities Purchasing Consortium) and SUPC (Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium). In addition to this NHS Scotland Local and Specialised Health Boards, Scotland Excel and its members, Scottish Government Bodies and the Scottish Prison Service will also have access to the Framework Agreement, as detailed within Appendix E - List of Institutions. The Authority are seeking to obtain, through this tendering process, price normalisation for all Institutions regardless of size and demand. The Authority is seeking to appoint a maximum of 6 contractors to Lot 2 of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutional requirement. Lot 3 - One Stop Shop (UK Wide) The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of a One-Stop-Shop service consisting of Sampling and Risk Assessment services as well as Water Treatment services as part of a complete Water Quality Management Service to the Higher (HE) and Further (FE) Education Institutions throughout Scotland and Higher Education Institutions and other organisations in England and Wales. This includes all members, associate members and their associated and affiliated bodies of APUC Ltd.(Advanced Procurement for Universities & Colleges), HEPCW (Higher Education Procurement Consortia Wales), NEUPC (North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium), NWUPC (North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium), LUPC (London Universities Purchasing Consortium) and SUPC (Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium). In addition to this NHS Scotland Local and Specialised Health Boards, Scotland Excel and its members, Scottish Government Bodies and the Scottish Prison Service will also have access to the Framework Agreement, as detailed within Appendix E - List of Institutions. The Authority are seeking to obtain, through this tendering process, price normalisation for all Institutions regardless of size and demand. The Authority is seeking to appoint a maximum 6 contractors to Lot 3 of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutional requirement Lot 1A Risk Assessment - Scotland The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Sampling and Assessment Services for Risk Assessment as part of a Water Quality Management service to the Higher (HE) and Further (FE) Education Institutions throughout Scotland and Higher Education Institutions. This includes all members, associate members and their associated and affiliated bodies of APUC Ltd.(Advanced Procurement for Universities & Colleges). In addition to this NHS Scotland Local and Specialised Health Boards, Scotland Excel and its members, Scottish Government Bodies and the Scottish Prison Service will also have access to the Framework Agreement, as detailed within Appendix E - List of Institutions. The Authority are seeking to obtain, through this tendering process, price normalisation for all Institutions regardless of size and demand. The Authority are seeking to appoint a maximum of 5 contractors to Lot 1A. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements. Lot 1B Risk Assessment - England, Wales and Northern Ireland The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Sampling and Assessment Services for Risk Assessment as part of a Water Quality Management service to the Higher Education Institutions and other organisations in England and Wales. This includes all members, associate members and their associated and affiliated bodies of HEPCW (Higher Education Procurement Consortia Wales), NEUPC (North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium), NWUPC (North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium), LUPC (London Universities Purchasing Consortium) and SUPC (Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium). The full list of institutions is detailed within Appendix E - List of Institutions. The Authority are seeking to obtain, through this tendering process, price normalisation for all Institutions regardless of size and demand. The Authority is seeking to appoint maximum of 5 contractors to Lot 1B of the Framework Agreement. Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057861-2025 | | Notice type | Tender 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | The Framework Agreement will run for an initial period of 24 months and may be extended for a further 24 month period, after which it will be re-tendered. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £13,300,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | APUC LIMITED | | Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION | | Locality | STIRLING | | Post town | Falkirk and Stirling | | Postcode | FK8 2DZ | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling | | Local authority | Stirling | | Electoral ward | Stirling East | | Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 24 - Chemical products - 42 - Industrial machinery - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 24962000 - Water-treatment chemicals - 42912310 - Water filtration apparatus - 42912330 - Water-purifying apparatus - 51514110 - Installation services of machinery and apparatus for filtering or purifying water - 90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction - 90913000 - Tank and reservoir cleaning services - 90913100 - Tank-cleaning services ## Release History - 18 Sep 2025 at 15:32 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057861-2025 - 25 Aug 2025 at 14:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051092-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://ucsp.ac.uk/ - http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807439 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10402 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/courts-and-tribunals/courts-tribunals-and-office-locations/find-us/stirling-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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