--- title: "Services-Framework-Mechanical Services(1)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068a04" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068a04" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068a04.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068a04.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED" published: "2026-04-23" --- # Services-Framework-Mechanical Services(1) Buyer: UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068a04 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068a04) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068a04.json) ## Summary United Utilities Water Limited is inviting tenders for a framework agreement encompassing mechanical services related to maintenance on assets and installations, divided into five lots. This tender, titled "Services-Framework-Mechanical Services(1)", falls within the mechanical engineering services category and is active as of 23rd April 2026. The procurement process is conducted under an open, competitive flexible procedure, with a detailed multi-stage process including conditions of participation, an invitation to negotiate, and a final offer. Interested parties must submit their applications by 18th May 2026, with the contract period beginning on 9th October 2026. The work is to be carried out in various locations across the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the region UKD. This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in mechanical engineering, repair and maintenance services, welding, and fabrication. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in servicing mechanical and electrical installations, and those capable of providing bespoke manufacturing solutions, are well-suited to compete for these lots. The framework agreement allows for a potential extension of up to four years, offering long-term partnership opportunities. Additionally, with award criteria based on a balance of quality and price, businesses with strong technical capabilities and competitive pricing strategies can leverage this opportunity to expand their market presence and enhance their credibility within the utilities sector. ## Notice Provision of a framework covering Mechanical Services for the purposes of Maintenance activities on assets and installations, incorporating five lots. The five lots are as follows: Repairs and Machining (including Welding), Fabrication and Installation, Gearbox Repair and Overhaul, Screens and Handling Equipment Repair and Overhaul and Supply of Fabricated Parts. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Repairs and Machining (including Welding) Scope of Services to cover the mechanical repairs and machining (including welding) requirements on all sites throughout the United Utilities Operational area. On and off-site work is encapsulated within the scope of this lot. The Contractor shall complete all work and ensure that each output complies with the relevant British Standard Requirements for Mechanical Installations and UU Standards. Renewal: May be extended for up to 4 years, based on 12 monthly increments. Lot 2 - Fabrication and Installation (1) (1) Scope of Services to cover the pre-inspection, manufacture and installation of various types of metal and plastic constructed equipment ranging from handrails, flooring, walkways, companion ways, vertical steel ladders, access covers throughout the United Utilities Operational area. The Contractor shall complete all work and ensure that each installation complies with the relevant British Standard Requirements for Mechanical Installations and UU Standards Renewal: May be extended for up to 4 years, based on 12 monthly increments. Lot 3 - Gearbox Repair and Overhaul (1) The Scope of Services shall include for all services predominantly associated with the repair of gearboxes that are used on Company sites and throughout its Operational Area. The gearboxes shall include, but shall not be restricted to, geared motor type gearboxes, single and double reduction worm and wheel type gearboxes, single / double / triple reduction helical geared gearboxes and single / double / triple reduction bevel geared gearboxes. Renewal: May be extended for up to 4 years, based on 12 monthly increments. Lot 4 - Screens and Handling Equipment Repair and Overhaul (1) The scope of Services for this covers the proactive and reactive servicing, refurbishment and repair of: * Water & Wastewater Inlet Screens * Network & CSO Screens * River Intake & Pumping Station Screens * All screenings handling equipment, with the exception of wash water pumping systems/skids/pump sets * Launders and screenings transfer equipment Renewal: May be extended for up to 4 years, based on 12 monthly increments. Lot 5 - Supply of Fabricated Parts (1) Scope of services for the manufacture, off-site testing, and delivery of bespoke mechanical products. This Lot is intended to cover "non-standard" items that cannot be purchased "off-the-shelf." Renewal: May be extended for up to 4 years, based on 12 monthly increments. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037268-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Oct 2026 - 9 Oct 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £48,000,000 | | Lots value | £48,000,000 | | 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 | 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 | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 42996500 - Sewage screens - 45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant - 45259100 - Wastewater-plant repair and maintenance work - 45262680 - Welding - 50530000 - Repair and maintenance services of machinery - 50531000 - Repair and maintenance services for non-electrical machinery - 71333000 - Mechanical engineering services - 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services ## Release History - 23 Apr 2026 at 15:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037268-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037268-2026 23rd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104890&TID100110040&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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