Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
Not specified
Published
5 August 2026
Type
goods
Overview
Northumbrian Water and Essex & Suffolk Water are part of Northumbrian Water Limited (NWL), which is a member of Northumbrian Water Group (NWG). NWL operates in the north east of England, where it trades as Northumbrian Water, and in the south east of England, where it trades as Essex & Suffolk Water.
Northumbrian water currently provides water to 2.5 million people and sewerage services to 2.7 million people and Essex & Suffolk Water provides water services to 1.8 million people. A combined area of 12.260 sq. km covered, NWL operates and maintains a water mains network of over 25,000 km (incorporating 57 water treatment works) and a network of over 15,000 km of public sewers (including 416 wastewater treatment works).
NWL has a requirement for the provision of Odour Control Chemical at Sewage Treatment Works (STWs), including Hendon STW (sludge treatment centre). Hendon are permitted by Environmental Agency (EA).
Additional details
In order to comply with the permit requirements, robust odour management and treatment processes must be adopted. The Contract is for the provision of sodium chlorite 25% strength for Hendon Docks to be used on wastewater sludge prior to its dewatering in the centrifuge to kill odours. As part of the supply of chemical NWL also require the appointed supplier to provide automated dosing equipment which ensures NWL dose efficiently and can track usage and predict future delivery requirements.
AI Analysis
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The UK government is looking to buy accessories needed for a metering programme, but the description provided is extremely minimal. You'll need to read the full tender documents to understand exactly what accessories are needed, in what quantities, and for which metering systems (electricity, gas, water, etc.). This is likely a supply contract where you'd provide physical goods rather than services.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents for: product specifications, quality standards, certification requirements, delivery timescales, volume commitments, storage/packaging requirements, and any health & safety compliance needed.
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Supply accessories for metering programme (exact items, quantities, and specifications unknown from this notice — review full tender)
- Ensure products meet required specifications and quality standards
- Deliver goods within agreed timescales
- Provide invoicing and documentation as specified
How to Read This Tender
- 1This notice is a summary only — the real detail is in the 'full tender documents' or 'specification documents' you must download. Never bid on the summary alone.
- 2Look for the 'Lot' or 'Schedule of Requirements' section in full documents — this will list exactly what accessories, how many, what standard they must meet, and delivery locations/dates.
- 3Check if this is a fixed-price contract or if you can vary pricing based on volume — metering programmes often have phased or expanding volumes.
- 4Identify whether the buyer wants a single supplier or if subcontracting/partnerships are allowed.
- 5Flag the 'Social Value' or 'Award Criteria' section — government contracts increasingly score bids on environmental impact, local employment, or SME engagement, not just price.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're a small manufacturer or wholesaler of metering accessories, this could be a good fit — but confirm you can meet volume and timescale demands. If volumes are large, consider forming a consortium with a larger distributor.
- Government contracts often require proof of public liability insurance, quality accreditation (ISO 9001), and sometimes environmental certifications — check these requirements early and budget for them if you don't already have them.
- As a small business, emphasize any social value angle: local manufacturing, apprenticeships, environmental credentials, or charitable partnerships — these can differentiate you on price-focused tenders.
Award Details
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United Utilities Water LimitedKey Dates
Published
5 August 2026
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