Opportunity overview
South East Water is issuing UK2: Preliminary market engagement notice to initiate market engagement for the successor(s) to our existing Network Maintenance and Capital Works Framework Agreement, which is due to expire on 31st March 2028. The purpose is to: Inform the market of our upcoming procurement -Gather industry feedback on current market capabilities and commercial models. -Gauge interest in working with South East Water in the future -Seek views on potential delivery and lotting models to inform the final design, lotting structure and scope of the replacement framework. - Identify opportunities for efficiencies, innovation and collaboration. Anticipated scope of the framework will include: Network Mains Renewals and Strategic Mains Repair and maintenance of the water supply network Network Installation for developer With a clear focus on excellent customer experience and outcomes and aligned with regulatory targets, Outcome Delivery Incentives, leakage and Price Control Deliverables. The intended programme will run during the remainder of AMP8, AMP 9 with the potential to run into AMP10 with an estimated annual spend of between £110m to £135m per annum Suppliers with relevant experience and capability are invited to express interest and participate in early market discussions. This notice does not constitute a call for competition, a commitment to procure, or a commitment to enter into any contractual arrangement. Information gathered through this engagement will be used solely to inform South East Water's procurement strategy and future sourcing decisions. Contract dates (estimated) 1 April 2028 to 31 March 2038 10 years We are considering a longer contract period in order to provide suppliers with a long term commitment and better values to customers.
Classification
- CPV44161200 — Water mains
- CPV45231110 — Pipelaying construction work
- CPV45231300 — Construction work for water and sewage pipelines
- CPV45232150 — Works related to water-distribution pipelines
- CPV45232151 — Water-main refurbishment construction work
- CPV50411100 — Repair and maintenance services of water meters
Lots
- Lot 1Value not stated
Documents and notices
- Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a TenderOpen source ↗