---
title: "DLR Thamesmead Extension Water Utility Studies Tranche One"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06da15"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR LONDON"
published: "2026-08-03"
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# DLR Thamesmead Extension Water Utility Studies Tranche One

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06da15

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## Summary

This public procurement process involved Transport for London (TfL) as the buying organisation, focused on the project titled "DLR Thamesmead Extension Water Utility Studies Tranche One." The process is associated with the industry category of water distribution and related services and is located in various regions across the United Kingdom, including London. The procurement stage has been completed, with significant key dates including the award announcement on 3 August 2026 and the contract start date on 15 September 2026. A direct award method was used, justified by the 'non-contestable' nature of the works at this stage, with Thames Water Utilities Limited being the statutory undertaker responsible for the relevant water supply and wastewater removal at the specified sites.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses involved in water utility services to expand their portfolio, particularly those capable of executing specialised water-related studies and surveys. Companies with expertise in non-intrusive surveys and desktop studies within the utility sector could find advantageous growth prospects by aligning with roles similar to Thames Water Utilities Limited. This opportunity is especially suited for businesses holding intellectual property or exclusive rights related to water services, which can leverage these assets for competitive advantage.

## Notice

To conduct water utility related desk top studies and non-intrusive surveys for Thamesmead Extension sites A, B, C, D, E, F & G. Thames Water Utilities Limited 'Stage C3' 'Draft Schemes and Budget Estimates' information less intrusive surveys and works.

### Procurement Information

This Direct Award is required due to the 'non-contestable' nature of the works at this stage. Thames Water Utilities Limited is the Statutory Undertaker governed by the Water Industry Act 1991 responsible for the water supply and wastewater removal at Thamesmead Extension sites A, B, C, D, E, F & G. Thames Water Utilities Limited has intellectual property rights or other exclusive rights relating to these Thames Water assets.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073228-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £841,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR LONDON |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THANES WATER UTILITIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 65 - Public utilities

### Codes

- 65100000 - Water distribution and related services

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2026 at 13:27 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073228-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073228-2026
  3rd August 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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