Buyer Name: THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED
Buyer Address: Clearwater Court, Reading, UKJ11, RG1 8DB, United Kingdom
Contact Email: procurement.support.centre@thameswater.co.uk
Buyer Name: THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED
Buyer Address: Clearwater Court, Reading, UKJ11, RG1 8DB, United Kingdom
Contact Email: procurement.support.centre@thameswater.co.uk
This procurement is for the supply and commissioning of sludge tanks, digesters, other associated tanks, roofs, and related items at various wastewater treatment sites. Target Sites The procurement will cover purchase, installation and commissioning of new sludge tanks, digesters, and other associated tanks and roofs and associated items. Objectives • Compliance: Ensure compliance with legislation, improve the environmental impact of the STW and provide infrastructure which is fit for purpose. • Commercial Value: Optimise the material and delivery solution to maximise commercial efficiencies for Thames Water • Futureproofing: Implement a framework which enables Thames Water to be able toe secure the capacity it requires for future programmes of works Procurement Approach: A competitive tender process will be undertaken to appoint a supplier(s) capable of delivering the required scope. The strategy favours a supplier who can streamline delivery, ensure consistency, and maximise commercial and operational benefits. Procurement Timeline Considerations: The procurement timeline is currently under review due to strategic and regulatory reassessments at certain sites. Specifically: • A study evaluating the requirements to meet the Environment Agency IED requirements is ongoing, with outcomes expected later in the year. These findings will inform final scope and procurement readiness Expected Outcomes • Improved asset reliability and operational performance • Enhanced alignment with environmental and regulatory objectives • Commercial efficiencies through strategic sourcing and standardisation Please note that that deadline for asking for access to the PSQ & submitting of the PSQ is 22 December 2025, 10 am.
No linked documents found for this notice.
External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074498-2025
Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
Lot Title: Sludge Holding Tanks (including Digesters and other associated Tanks) (Supply and Installation)
Lot Description: This procurement relates to the supply and commissioning support of Sludge tanks, Digesters and Roofs and associated items across potential multiple wastewater treatment sites.
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 0
Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-06-01T00:00:00+01:00
Lot 1 Contract End: 2034-05-31T23:59:59+01:00
Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Commercial (60%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Technical (40%)
Lot Title: Sludge Holding Tanks (including Digesters and other associated Tanks) (CDM Responsibilities)
Lot Description: This procurement relates to the supply and commissioning support of Sludge tanks, Digesters and Roofs and associated items across potential multiple wastewater treatment sites. Whilst acting as the responsible CDM representative at the location.
Lot 2 Status: active
Lot 2 Value (Gross): GBP 0
Lot 2 Contract Start: 2026-06-01T00:00:00+01:00
Lot 2 Contract End: 2034-05-31T23:59:59+01:00
Lot 2 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 2 Award Criterion (quality): Commercial (60%)
Lot 2 Award Criterion (price): Technical (40%)
Lot Title: Sludge Holding Tank Roofs (including Digesters)
Lot Description: This procurement relates to the supply and commissioning support of roofs for the fitting to Sludge tanks, Digesters and associated items across potential multiple wastewater treatment sites
Lot 3 Status: active
Lot 3 Value (Gross): GBP 0
Lot 3 Contract Start: 2026-06-01T00:00:00+01:00
Lot 3 Contract End: 2034-05-31T23:59:59+01:00
Lot 3 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 3 Award Criterion (quality): Commercial (60%)
Lot 3 Award Criterion (price): Technical (40%)
Document Description: Not published
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