---
title: "Innovation Strategic Partnerships Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060384"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060384.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED"
published: "2026-01-12"
---

# Innovation Strategic Partnerships Framework

Buyer: SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060384

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## Summary

Severn Trent Water Limited, situated in Coventry, UK, is currently seeking to establish an "Innovation Strategic Partnerships Framework" within the services industry category, particularly focusing on water distribution and related services, as well as research and development services. The procurement process is in the tender stage, utilising an open procurement method defined as a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates to note include the tender submission deadline on 6 February 2026 and the expected award on or before 30 April 2026. The contract would commence on 30 April 2026, with a duration extending potentially to April 2034. This procurement is valued at £20 million and targets utilities under a special regime.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in utility services, water distribution, research, and development to forge strategic partnerships with a major private utility company. Companies capable of delivering innovative solutions, especially those with expertise in critical national infrastructure, co-investment, sustainability, and solution scaling, will find this tender aligns well with their strengths. The potential for a long-term framework agreement and substantial contract value creates an enticing proposition for firms aiming to expand their market presence and secure collaboration with a prominent industry player.

## Notice

Please see all details regarding the PQQ stage of this tender via the SAP Ariba Discovery Posting Link: https://portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com/dashboard/public/appext/comsapsbncdiscoveryui#/RfxEvent/preview/1110002139?anId=ANONYMOUS

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: To be determined on a project by project basis.

Renewal: To be determined closer to the time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002195-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| Lots value | £20,000,000 |
| 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 | SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 2LZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 65 - Public utilities
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 65100000 - Water distribution and related services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2026 at 11:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002195-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002195-2026
  12th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com/dashboard/public/appext/comsapsbncdiscoveryui#/RfxEvent/preview/1110002139?anId=ANONYMOUS

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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