MULBERRY PLACE WATER FEATURE SERVICE CONTRACT
Estimated Value
Up to £0
Deadline
26 June 2026
15 days remaining
Published
Not specified
Type
Service Contract
Overview
The Council operates an ornamental water feature within the paved public realm at Mulberry Place, Daventry NN11 4GU. The feature consists of 14 jet pumps set in a triangular formation within the paving.
The pumps are fitted with integrated coloured lighting to illuminate the water jets at night and operate on a pre-programmed cycle to create different heights and configurations of flow. The feature is set to operate daily between 08:00 and 22:00 from March to October.
The jet pumps are shut down during the winter period, but the water treatment system remains operational on a recirculation basis throughout the winter. The feature is freely accessible to the public and is routinely accessed by children and dogs, in particular as a leisure feature.
Additional details
Because of the public interaction the feature includes extensive filtration and sanitation plant, including coarse straining, sand filtration and ultraviolet, bromine and acid treatments. Formal laboratory testing for legionella and biological content for the water feature is undertaken by others but the successful contractor will be required to undertake routine precautionary flushing, monitoring and testing of cold water supplies within the plant room.
The scope of work required is for the successful bidder to undertake all routine service operations as described in Appendices 2, 3, 4 and 5 including weekly/fortnightly, monthly, quarterly and annual inspection and servicing, water quality tests, provision and replacement of consumable materials and the provision and replacement of major service items. The successful bidder will also undertake to provide a repair service as and when required. Repairs will be arranged and funded outside of the provisions of this contract.
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Daventry Council needs a contractor to look after a decorative water feature in Mulberry Place town centre that has 14 jet pumps with coloured lighting. The feature operates daily March to October, is used by the public including children, and needs regular maintenance, water testing, parts replacement, and emergency repairs to keep it safe and working.
Requirements
- Ability to undertake weekly and fortnightly inspections and servicing
- Ability to undertake monthly inspections and servicing
- Ability to undertake quarterly inspections and servicing
- Ability to undertake annual inspections and servicing
- Competence in water quality testing (routine precautionary flushing and cold water supply monitoring)
- Knowledge of legionella and biological content monitoring procedures
- Ability to manage and replace consumable materials (filtration media, chemical treatments, etc.)
- Ability to source and replace major service items (jet pumps, lighting units, filtration plant components)
- Availability to provide emergency repair service on an as-needed basis
- Understanding of public safety requirements for accessible water features with child and dog access
- Knowledge of ultraviolet, bromine and acid water treatment systems
- Competence in sand filtration and coarse straining systems
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Carry out weekly and fortnightly routine inspections and servicing of all 14 jet pumps and associated equipment
- Carry out monthly routine inspections and servicing of the water feature system
- Carry out quarterly routine inspections and servicing of the water feature system
- Carry out annual routine inspections and servicing of the water feature system
- Undertake routine precautionary flushing of cold water supplies in the plant room
- Monitor and conduct water quality testing of cold water supplies
- Provide and replace consumable materials (filtration media, chemicals, water treatment supplies)
- Source and replace major service items when needed (pumps, lighting units, filtration plant components)
- Respond to and repair fault reports as they arise (repairs funded separately outside the main contract)
- Ensure the feature operates safely during the March to October operating season (08:00 to 22:00 daily)
- Maintain winter water recirculation system from November to February
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a facilities maintenance contract, not construction — you're keeping an existing feature running, not building it. The real detail is in Appendices 2, 3, 4 and 5, which the notice doesn't show — you'll need to request the full tender documents to see exactly what 'routine servicing' means (how many hours, what specific checks, what parts usually need replacing).
- 2The contract splits into two funding streams: (1) routine servicing and parts covered by the contract price, and (2) repairs funded separately — make sure you understand which is which, as you won't be paid for repairs from the main contract budget.
- 3Water safety is critical here — the feature is used by children and dogs and needs legionella/biological testing. Although formal lab testing is done by others, you're responsible for day-to-day monitoring and flushing. If you're not experienced in water treatment compliance, flag this risk early or partner with someone who is.
- 4Look for the specification of what 'consumable materials' are included (chemicals, filter cartridges, etc.) — are these provided by you or the council? Similarly, understand what counts as a 'major service item' needing replacement, as this affects your cost estimate.
- 5The seasonal operation is important: the feature runs March–October but the recirculation system runs year-round. Budget for winter maintenance too, even though jets are off.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're not a specialist in water treatment systems, consider partnering with or subcontracting to a legionella/water hygiene specialist for the testing and monitoring element — councils take water safety seriously and you need credible expertise. A consortium bid could strengthen your application.
- The repair budget is separate, which is good news: if you're efficient at preventative maintenance, you can reduce callouts and build a healthy margin. However, make sure the contract clearly defines what 'as-needed' repair means (response time, hours of availability) so you're not on-call 24/7 for free.
- This is a steady, recurring revenue contract ideal for a small maintenance business, but pricing is critical — gather actual data on how often components fail and what spare parts cost, rather than guessing. If you win, you'll know the job well enough to bid for renewal competitively.
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Key Dates
Published
Not specified
Submission deadline
26 June 2026
Notice type
Tender
Source
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