---
title: "Utilities - Water Retail"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a014"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2026-05-21"
---

# Utilities - Water Retail

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a014

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## Summary

In this procurement process, the University of Sussex is planning to offer a contract for water retail services, including the supply of water, removal of wastewater, and management of Trade Effluent Consents across its estate. This falls under the services category with the industry classification of water distribution and related services. The contract is set to commence on 31st October 2027 and conclude on 30th October 2029. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with a notice expected to be issued by 30th April 2027 for interested parties. The location for contract performance is in the South East of England, specifically in the UKJ2 region.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for companies specialising in utility services, particularly those with experience in water and wastewater management, to expand their business operations. Medium to large enterprises capable of efficiently managing the logistical and regulatory challenges associated with water services, including handling trade effluents, would be well-placed to compete for this contract. Submitting a proposal for this planned procurement process can facilitate growth by aligning with a reputable academic institution and potentially securing a long-term service agreement.

## Notice

Water Retail Contract - will cover supply of water and removal of wastewater across the University estate, including Trade Effluent Consents where applicable. Previously this has been awarded via a framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047432-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Oct 2027 - 30 Oct 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | FALMER, BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 65 - Public utilities

### Codes

- 65100000 - Water distribution and related services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 17:17 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047432-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047432-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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