{ "tag": [ "compiled" ], "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-0794b5-2026-10-30T13:59:09Z", "date": "2026-10-30T13:59:09Z", "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-0794b5", "initiationType": "tender", "parties": [ { "id": "GB-COH-02366703", "name": "NORTHUMBRIAN WATER LIMITED", "identifier": { "scheme": "GB-COH", "id": "02366703" }, "additionalIdentifiers": [ { "scheme": "GB-PPON", "id": "PRLG-5541-VHHG" } ], "address": { "streetAddress": "Northumbria House", "locality": "Pity Me", "postalCode": "DH1 5FJ", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom", "region": "UKC14" }, "contactPoint": { "email": "AMP8Procurement@nwl.co.uk" }, "roles": [ "buyer" ], "details": { "classifications": [ { "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE", "id": "privateUtility", "description": "Private utility" } ] } } ], "buyer": { "id": "GB-COH-02366703", "name": "NORTHUMBRIAN WATER LIMITED" }, "tender": { "id": "FA08-32", "legalBasis": { "id": "2023/54", "scheme": "UKPGA", "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents" }, "title": "FA08-32 Low Complexity MEICA", "description": "NWL are looking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partner(s) to help our Capital Delivery teams deliver short-cycle MEICA projects which are typically (but not always) lower complexity in nature, which will ensure they are being delivered in the most efficient manner, with a suitable and sustainable commercial model driving value for the business. NWL are always looking at how we can use innovation in both working methods and technology while striving to reduce our carbon footprint and we will expect any successful applicants to help us achieve this. The framework will support maintenance, renewal, refurbishment and like-for-like replacement activities associated with NWL's above and below ground assets, including but not limited to: Water treatment works Wastewater treatment works Reservoirs Pumping stations Inlets and outlets Associated water and wastewater infrastructure Projects will typically range from approximately PS10,000 upwards, with the majority of requirements expected to be low-value, low-complexity schemes requiring responsive and flexible delivery partners. Works may be delivered independently or in partnership with NWL's in-house delivery teams and may include: Planned and responsive maintenance activities Refurbishment and renewal projects Out-of-hours support services \"Gang-in-a-van\" type delivery models Bundled or batched projects of higher aggregate value but similar complexity While the framework is intended primarily for specialist MEICA contractors, associated civil engineering works required to facilitate delivery will form part of the scope. NWL reserves the right to award higher-value contracts to framework partners where contractors demonstrate successful performance on lower-complexity projects. The scope of services (examples but not be limited to): - Site investigation including surveys; - Lot 1a and 2a will include mechanical plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets; - Lot 1b and 2b will include Electrical plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets; - Lot 1c and 2c will include designing, supplying, installing, testing, commissioning, and handing over all the mechanical and electrical systems required for a water or wastewater facility. - ICA plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets; - Related civil works. The successful bidders will also need to comply with the below (list not exhaustive): - Health and Safety: CDM (including PC and PD competency which would be subject to successful contractors passing CDM competency assessment- Failure to pass would potentially result in the offer of a Framework Agreement to be rescinded.), Process Safety, Health Safety and Wellbeing - Feasibility and design where appropriate - NWL's Engineering Specifications - Civil Engineering Specification for the Water Industry (CESW) (latest edition) - MEICA Asset Standards - Electrical Contractor Competency Requirements", "status": "active", "items": [ { "id": "1A", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "45350000", "description": "Mechanical installations" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "51120000", "description": "Installation services of mechanical equipment" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKC", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "1A" }, { "id": "1B", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "45310000", "description": "Electrical installation work" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKC", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "1B" }, { "id": "1C", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "71334000", "description": "Mechanical and electrical engineering services" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKC", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "1C" }, { "id": "2A", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "45350000", "description": "Mechanical installations" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "51120000", "description": "Installation services of mechanical equipment" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKH3", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "2A" }, { "id": "2B", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "45310000", "description": "Electrical installation work" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKH3", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "2B" }, { "id": "2C", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "71334000", "description": "Mechanical and electrical engineering services" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKH3", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "2C" } ], "value": { "amountGross": 24000000, "amount": 20000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "procurementMethod": "open", "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure", "procedure": { "features": "Stage 1: Invitation to participate and conditions of participation Stage 1 commenced with the issuing of a Tender Notice and the publication of this document. This document includes a conditions of participation questionnaire (COP) which all suppliers are required to complete and return in accordance with the procurement timetable and instructions within this document. NWL will use this stage to confirm that neither the supplier, nor any related persons within its corporate group, associated persons relied on to meet the conditions of participation, or proposed sub-contractors are listed on the Cabinet Office debarment list. To the extent that any such entities are listed on the debarment list, NWL will consider whether to exclude the supplier from participating in this procurement in accordance with its obligations under the Act. NWL will also undertake a review of the completed COP with reference to any information held on the Central Digital Platform. Responses to any conditions of participation will be assessed in accordance with the selection process and any criteria as set out in the tender notice and described in this document. The assessment of these responses will identify the top 8 suppliers per lot to be invited to participate in Stage 2. Stage 1 will complete with suppliers being notified in writing of whether or not they have been successfully shortlisted to participate in Stage 2. Suppliers not invited to stage 2 will be provided with a written explanation of the reasons why they have not been shortlisted to participate in Stage 2. Suppliers should note that NWL reserves the right to re-assess any response to the conditions of participation at any stage of this procurement, including in light of any new relevant information that comes to NWL's attention. Stage 2: Invitation to submit initial tenders Stage 2 will commence with the notification, inviting those suppliers which have successfully been shortlisted at stage 1 of this procurement to submit initial tenders. The notification will also provide details of any new information made available to suppliers at this stage of this procurement. Initial tenders must be submitted in accordance with the procurement timetable and instructions set out in this document and any additional information provided. Following the deadline for submission of initial tenders, NWL will assess initial tenders in accordance with the assessment process and award criteria set out in the tender notice and described in this document. The assessment process will identify which suppliers are to be selected to participate in the negotiation/dialogue stage as set out in Stage 3. Once the assessment of initial tenders has concluded, suppliers will be notified in writing whether they have successfully been invited to stage 3. Any suppliers not invited to participate in stage 3 will be provided with reasons in writing to explain why they have not been successful. Stage 3: Invitation to participate in dialogue [and/or negotiate] Stage 3 will commence with the notification inviting suppliers that have successfully passed stage 2 to attend one or more dialogue and/or negotiation meetings. The notification will also provide details of any new information made available to suppliers at this stage in this procurement. The notification will also describe how the dialogue and/or negotiations will be conducted, including the location and dates for the relevant meetings, as well as the attendee arrangements. Stage 4: Invitation to submit a Best and Final Offer (BAFO) Stage 4 will commence with the issuing of a letter inviting suppliers that have been successfully shortlisted at stage 3 to submit their Best and Final Offer. Best and Final offers must be submitted in accordance with the Procurement Timetable and instructions set out in this document and any additional information provided. After the deadline for submission of best and final offers, NWL will reconsider, in respect of each supplier that submitted, whether the supplier or any related persons within its corporate group, associated suppliers relied on to meet the conditions of participation, or proposed sub-contractors, are excluded or excludable suppliers and will consider whether to disregard the best and final offer submitted in accordance with its obligations under the Act. If the supplier is an excluded or excludable supplier only by virtue of an associated supplier or proposed sub-contractor, NWL will notify the supplier of its intention to disregard its tender and provide the supplier with a reasonable opportunity to replace the associated supplier or sub-contractor. If as a consequence of this process NWL disregards a tender from an excluded or excludable supplier or is aware of an associated supplier or subcontractor having been replaced, it will give notice of this fact within 30 days of its decision to the Procurement Review Unit (PRU) NWL will conduct an assessment of all Best and Final offers in order to identify the supplier which has submitted the most advantageous tender in accordance with the assessment methodology and award criteria set out in the tender notice and described in this document. In carrying out this assessment, NWL will disregard any final tender from a supplier who does not satisfy the conditions of participation. Once the assessment has concluded, NWL will provide an assessment summary to all suppliers that submitted Best and Final Offers to: a. inform them whether they have been successful in being awarded the contract b. provide an explanation of the assessment of the supplier's tender against the relevant award criteria, in accordance with the requirements of the Act c. where different to the supplier concerned, provide information in respect of the most advantageous tender submitted, including details of the assessment of this tender against the relevant award criteria and the supplier's name Once the assessment summaries have been provided to the suppliers that submitted Best and Final offers NWL will also publish a contract award notice on the Central Digital Platform to commence the mandatory standstill period. Subject to completion of the mandatory standstill period, stage 4 will end with NWL entering into preferred supplier stage with the preferred supplier. Stage 4 will end with NWL entering into the contract with the preferred supplier" }, "mainProcurementCategory": "works", "specialRegime": [ "utilities" ], "aboveThreshold": true, "techniques": { "hasFrameworkAgreement": true, "frameworkAgreement": { "method": "withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition", "type": "closed", "description": "Selection process for any call off from the framework can be either with or without competion" } }, "submissionMethodDetails": "Applicants are asked to note that this procurement process will be conducted electronically with all documents and communication being managed through the Northumbrian Water eSourcing Spend Management portal called 'Ariba' (https://s1.ariba.com). Expressions of interest from this notice must be sent to the e-mail address amp8procurement@nwl.co.uk before the deadline date of 25th November 2026 at Midday. Once expression of interest has been received that contains the details below, applicants will be given access to the Ariba portal within 48 hours from request. This portal will contain all the tender documents associated with this procurement that are available at the time. An email link will also be provided to the email address you provide to access the portal. When sending expression of interest, applicants must provide the following information: 1) Full company name 2) Main contact details of the person who will be given access to the Ariba portal - Name, job title, E mail address and telephone number. (The deadline for return of the completed Conditions of Participation is 30th November 2026 at Midday)", "submissionTerms": { "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed", "languages": [ "en" ] }, "tenderPeriod": { "endDate": "2026-11-25T12:00:00Z" }, "awardPeriod": { "endDate": "2027-03-01T23:59:59Z" }, "lots": [ { "id": "1A", "title": "Mechanical- Northern Operating Area", "description": "Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) is seeking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partners under Lot 1A to support the delivery of short-cycle mechanical projects across its water and wastewater asset base in our northern operating area. These projects will typically be lower complexity in nature and delivered through a responsive, efficient and sustainable commercial model that drives value for the business. NWL is committed to embracing innovation in both working practices and technology, whilst reducing its carbon footprint, and successful partners will be expected to support these objectives. The framework will support the maintenance, renewal, refurbishment and like-for-like replacement of mechanical plant and equipment associated with NWL's above and below ground assets, including but not limited to: Water treatment works Wastewater treatment works Reservoirs Pumping stations Inlets and outlets Associated water and wastewater infrastructure Projects are expected to range from approximately PS10,000 upwards, with the majority of requirements anticipated to be low-value, low-complexity schemes requiring flexible and responsive delivery. Works may be delivered independently or collaboratively with NWL's in-house teams and may include: Planned and reactive maintenance activities Mechanical refurbishment and renewal projects Out-of-hours support services \"Gang-in-a-van\" delivery solutions Bundled or batched projects with higher aggregate values but similar levels of complexity Whilst this lot is primarily focused on mechanical works, contractors will be expected to undertake and manage any associated civil engineering activities required to facilitate project delivery. NWL reserves the right to award higher-value contracts to framework partners where contractors demonstrate successful performance and delivery on lower-complexity projects. The scope of services under Lot 1A may include, but is not limited to: Site investigations, surveys and condition assessments Supply, installation, refurbishment, replacement and commissioning of mechanical plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets Mechanical pumping, screening, treatment, sludge handling and ancillary process equipment Testing, commissioning and handover activities Associated civil engineering works required to support mechanical installations Feasibility studies and design services where appropriate Successful bidders will be required to comply with, and demonstrate competence in, the following areas (non-exhaustive): Health and Safety requirements, including CDM Regulations, Process Safety, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing standards Principal Contractor and, where applicable, Principal Designer competency requirements (subject to successful completion of NWL's competency assessment process) NWL Engineering Specifications MEICA Asset Standards Civil Engineering Specification for the Water Industry (CESWI), latest edition All relevant statutory regulations, industry standards and best practice guidance applicable to mechanical works within the UK water industry.", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 4800000, "amount": 4000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "cost", "name": "Cost", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true, "vcse": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2027-04-14T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2032-04-13T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2037-04-13T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The length of the contract may be extended with the supplier for a further 5 years in any combination of extensions (10 years in total)" } }, { "id": "1B", "title": "Electrical- Northern Operating Area", "description": "Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) is seeking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partners under Lot 1B to support the delivery of short-cycle electrical projects across its water and wastewater asset base in our northern operating area. These projects will typically be lower complexity in nature and delivered through a responsive, efficient and sustainable commercial model that drives value for the business. NWL is committed to embracing innovation in both working practices and technology, whilst reducing its carbon footprint, and successful partners will be expected to support these objectives. The framework will support the maintenance, renewal, refurbishment and like-for-like replacement of electrical plant and equipment associated with NWL's above and below ground assets, including but not limited to: Water treatment works Wastewater treatment works Reservoirs Pumping stations Inlets and outlets Associated water and wastewater infrastructure Projects are expected to range from approximately PS10,000 upwards, with the majority of requirements anticipated to be low-value, low-complexity schemes requiring flexible and responsive delivery. Works may be delivered independently or collaboratively with NWL's in-house teams and may include: Planned and reactive maintenance activities Electrical refurbishment and renewal projects Out-of-hours support services \"Gang-in-a-van\" delivery solutions Bundled or batched projects with higher aggregate values but similar levels of complexity Whilst this lot is primarily focused on electrical works, contractors will be expected to undertake and manage any associated civil engineering activities required to facilitate project delivery. NWL reserves the right to award higher-value contracts to framework partners where contractors demonstrate successful performance and delivery on lower-complexity projects. The scope of services under Lot 1B may include, but is not limited to: Site investigations, surveys and condition assessments Supply, installation, refurbishment, replacement and commissioning of electrical plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets Low-voltage (LV) electrical systems and distribution equipment Motor control centres (MCCs), switchboards, control panels and field electrical equipment Power, lighting, earthing and electrical infrastructure installations Electrical testing, inspection, commissioning and handover activities Associated civil engineering works required to support electrical installations Feasibility studies and design services where appropriate Successful bidders will be required to comply with, and demonstrate competence in, the following areas (non-exhaustive): Health and Safety requirements, including CDM Regulations, Process Safety, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing standards Principal Contractor and, where applicable, Principal Designer competency requirements (subject to successful completion of NWL's competency assessment process) NWL Engineering Specifications MEICA Asset Standards Civil Engineering Specification for the Water Industry (CESWI), latest edition Electrical Contractor Competency Requirements All relevant statutory regulations applicable to electrical works within the UK water industry.", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 4800000, "amount": 4000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "cost", "name": "Cost", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true, "vcse": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2027-04-14T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2032-04-13T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2037-04-13T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The length of the contract may be extended with the supplier for a further 5 years in any combination of extensions (10 years in total)" } }, { "id": "1C", "title": "Complete mechanical and electrical turnkey projects- Northern Operating Area", "description": "Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) is seeking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partners under Lot 1C to support the delivery of short-cycle MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation) design and build projects across its water and wastewater asset base in our northern operating area. These projects will typically be lower complexity in nature and delivered through a responsive, efficient and sustainable commercial model that drives value for the business. NWL is committed to embracing innovation in both working practices and technology, whilst reducing its carbon footprint, and successful partners will be expected to support these objectives. The framework will support the design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of MEICA systems associated with NWL's above and below ground assets, including but not limited to: Water treatment works Wastewater treatment works Reservoirs Pumping stations Inlets and outlets Associated water and wastewater infrastructure Projects are expected to range from approximately PS10,000 upwards, with the majority of requirements anticipated to be low-value, low-complexity schemes requiring flexible and responsive delivery. Works may be delivered independently or collaboratively with NWL's in-house teams and may include: Planned and reactive maintenance activities MEICA refurbishment and renewal projects Design and build solutions Out-of-hours support services \"Gang-in-a-van\" delivery solutions Bundled or batched projects with higher aggregate values but similar levels of complexity Whilst this lot is primarily focused on MEICA design and installation activities, contractors will be expected to undertake and manage any associated civil engineering works required to facilitate project delivery. NWL reserves the right to award higher-value contracts to framework partners where contractors demonstrate successful performance and delivery on lower-complexity projects. The scope of services under Lot 1C may include, but is not limited to: Site investigations, surveys and condition assessments Feasibility studies, outline and detailed design Design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation systems Mechanical process plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets Low-voltage electrical systems, motor control centres (MCCs), switchgear and control panels Instrumentation, telemetry, monitoring and control systems PLC, SCADA and automation solutions Integration of new equipment into existing operational assets Associated civil engineering works required to support MEICA installations Production of all required design, commissioning and handover documentation Successful bidders will be required to comply with, and demonstrate competence in, the following areas (non-exhaustive): Health and Safety requirements, including CDM Regulations, Process Safety, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing standards Principal Contractor and Principal Designer competency requirements (subject to successful completion of NWL's competency assessment process) NWL Engineering Specifications MEICA Asset Standards Civil Engineering Specification for the Water Industry (CESWI), latest edition Electrical Contractor Competency Requirements Relevant mechanical, electrical, ICA and automation industry standards and best practice All relevant statutory regulations applicable to the design, installation and commissioning of MEICA systems within the UK water industry.", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 4800000, "amount": 4000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "cost", "name": "Cost", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true, "vcse": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2027-04-14T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2032-04-13T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2037-04-13T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The length of the contract may be extended with the supplier for a further 5 years in any combination of extensions (10 years in total)" } }, { "id": "2A", "title": "Mechanical- Southern Operating Area", "description": "Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) is seeking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partners under Lot 2A to support the delivery of short-cycle mechanical projects across its water and wastewater asset base in our southern operating area. These projects will typically be lower complexity in nature and delivered through a responsive, efficient and sustainable commercial model that drives value for the business. NWL is committed to embracing innovation in both working practices and technology, whilst reducing its carbon footprint, and successful partners will be expected to support these objectives. The framework will support the maintenance, renewal, refurbishment and like-for-like replacement of mechanical plant and equipment associated with NWL's above and below ground assets, including but not limited to: Water treatment works Wastewater treatment works Reservoirs Pumping stations Inlets and outlets Associated water and wastewater infrastructure Projects are expected to range from approximately PS10,000 upwards, with the majority of requirements anticipated to be low-value, low-complexity schemes requiring flexible and responsive delivery. Works may be delivered independently or collaboratively with NWL's in-house teams and may include: Planned and reactive maintenance activities Mechanical refurbishment and renewal projects Out-of-hours support services \"Gang-in-a-van\" delivery solutions Bundled or batched projects with higher aggregate values but similar levels of complexity Whilst this lot is primarily focused on mechanical works, contractors will be expected to undertake and manage any associated civil engineering activities required to facilitate project delivery. NWL reserves the right to award higher-value contracts to framework partners where contractors demonstrate successful performance and delivery on lower-complexity projects. The scope of services under Lot 1A may include, but is not limited to: Site investigations, surveys and condition assessments Supply, installation, refurbishment, replacement and commissioning of mechanical plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets Mechanical pumping, screening, treatment, sludge handling and ancillary process equipment Testing, commissioning and handover activities Associated civil engineering works required to support mechanical installations Feasibility studies and design services where appropriate Successful bidders will be required to comply with, and demonstrate competence in, the following areas (non-exhaustive): Health and Safety requirements, including CDM Regulations, Process Safety, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing standards Principal Contractor and, where applicable, Principal Designer competency requirements (subject to successful completion of NWL's competency assessment process) NWL Engineering Specifications MEICA Asset Standards Civil Engineering Specification for the Water Industry (CESWI), latest edition All relevant statutory regulations, industry standards and best practice guidance applicable to mechanical works within the UK water industry.", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 24000000, "amount": 2000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "cost", "name": "Cost", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true, "vcse": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2027-04-14T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2032-04-13T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2037-04-13T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The length of the contract may be extended with the supplier for a further 5 years in any combination of extensions (10 years in total)" } }, { "id": "2B", "title": "Electrical- Southern Operating Area", "description": "Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) is seeking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partners under Lot 2B to support the delivery of short-cycle electrical projects across its water and wastewater asset base in our southern operating area. These projects will typically be lower complexity in nature and delivered through a responsive, efficient and sustainable commercial model that drives value for the business. NWL is committed to embracing innovation in both working practices and technology, whilst reducing its carbon footprint, and successful partners will be expected to support these objectives. The framework will support the maintenance, renewal, refurbishment and like-for-like replacement of electrical plant and equipment associated with NWL's above and below ground assets, including but not limited to: Water treatment works Wastewater treatment works Reservoirs Pumping stations Inlets and outlets Associated water and wastewater infrastructure Projects are expected to range from approximately PS10,000 upwards, with the majority of requirements anticipated to be low-value, low-complexity schemes requiring flexible and responsive delivery. Works may be delivered independently or collaboratively with NWL's in-house teams and may include: Planned and reactive maintenance activities Electrical refurbishment and renewal projects Out-of-hours support services \"Gang-in-a-van\" delivery solutions Bundled or batched projects with higher aggregate values but similar levels of complexity Whilst this lot is primarily focused on electrical works, contractors will be expected to undertake and manage any associated civil engineering activities required to facilitate project delivery. NWL reserves the right to award higher-value contracts to framework partners where contractors demonstrate successful performance and delivery on lower-complexity projects. The scope of services under Lot 1B may include, but is not limited to: Site investigations, surveys and condition assessments Supply, installation, refurbishment, replacement and commissioning of electrical plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets Low-voltage (LV) electrical systems and distribution equipment Motor control centres (MCCs), switchboards, control panels and field electrical equipment Power, lighting, earthing and electrical infrastructure installations Electrical testing, inspection, commissioning and handover activities Associated civil engineering works required to support electrical installations Feasibility studies and design services where appropriate Successful bidders will be required to comply with, and demonstrate competence in, the following areas (non-exhaustive): Health and Safety requirements, including CDM Regulations, Process Safety, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing standards Principal Contractor and, where applicable, Principal Designer competency requirements (subject to successful completion of NWL's competency assessment process) NWL Engineering Specifications MEICA Asset Standards Civil Engineering Specification for the Water Industry (CESWI), latest edition Electrical Contractor Competency Requirements All relevant statutory regulations applicable to electrical works within the UK water industry.", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 2400000, "amount": 2000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "cost", "name": "Cost", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true, "vcse": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2027-04-14T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2032-04-13T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2037-04-13T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The length of the contract may be extended with the supplier for a further 5 years in any combination of extensions (10 years in total)" } }, { "id": "2C", "title": "Complete mechanical and electrical turnkey projects- Southern Operating Area", "description": "Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) is seeking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partners under Lot 2C to support the delivery of short-cycle MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation) design and build projects across its water and wastewater asset base in our southern operating area. These projects will typically be lower complexity in nature and delivered through a responsive, efficient and sustainable commercial model that drives value for the business. NWL is committed to embracing innovation in both working practices and technology, whilst reducing its carbon footprint, and successful partners will be expected to support these objectives. The framework will support the design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of MEICA systems associated with NWL's above and below ground assets, including but not limited to: Water treatment works Wastewater treatment works Reservoirs Pumping stations Inlets and outlets Associated water and wastewater infrastructure Projects are expected to range from approximately PS10,000 upwards, with the majority of requirements anticipated to be low-value, low-complexity schemes requiring flexible and responsive delivery. Works may be delivered independently or collaboratively with NWL's in-house teams and may include: Planned and reactive maintenance activities MEICA refurbishment and renewal projects Design and build solutions Out-of-hours support services \"Gang-in-a-van\" delivery solutions Bundled or batched projects with higher aggregate values but similar levels of complexity Whilst this lot is primarily focused on MEICA design and installation activities, contractors will be expected to undertake and manage any associated civil engineering works required to facilitate project delivery. NWL reserves the right to award higher-value contracts to framework partners where contractors demonstrate successful performance and delivery on lower-complexity projects. The scope of services under Lot 1C may include, but is not limited to: Site investigations, surveys and condition assessments Feasibility studies, outline and detailed design Design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation systems Mechanical process plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets Low-voltage electrical systems, motor control centres (MCCs), switchgear and control panels Instrumentation, telemetry, monitoring and control systems PLC, SCADA and automation solutions Integration of new equipment into existing operational assets Associated civil engineering works required to support MEICA installations Production of all required design, commissioning and handover documentation Successful bidders will be required to comply with, and demonstrate competence in, the following areas (non-exhaustive): Health and Safety requirements, including CDM Regulations, Process Safety, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing standards Principal Contractor and Principal Designer competency requirements (subject to successful completion of NWL's competency assessment process) NWL Engineering Specifications MEICA Asset Standards Civil Engineering Specification for the Water Industry (CESWI), latest edition Electrical Contractor Competency Requirements Relevant mechanical, electrical, ICA and automation industry standards and best practice All relevant statutory regulations applicable to the design, installation and commissioning of MEICA systems within the UK water industry.", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 4800000, "amount": 4000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "cost", "name": "Cost", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 50, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true, "vcse": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2027-04-14T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2032-04-13T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2037-04-13T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The length of the contract may be extended with the supplier for a further 5 years in any combination of extensions (10 years in total)" } } ], "documents": [ { "id": "conflictOfInterest", "documentType": "conflictOfInterest", "description": "Not published" }, { "id": "103244-2026", "documentType": "tenderNotice", "noticeType": "UK4", "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender", "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/103244-2026", "datePublished": "2026-10-30T13:59:09Z", "format": "text/html" } ] }, "language": "en" }