Term Service Contract for Flood Risk Asset Maintenance
East Riding of Yorkshire CouncilEstimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
30 September 2026
35 days remaining
Published
19 August 2026
Type
works
Overview
The maintenance of Flood Risk Assets located within the geographical boundaries of the East Riding of Yorkshire. The council currently has approximately 175 Debris Screens and 87 Penstocks and other Mechanical components (including Sluice Gates, Flap values and Tidal Gates, situated at Flood Alleviation Schemes and watercourses throughout the county of the East Riding of Yorkshire, which are required to be maintained to ensure that their operational capability meets the required standard to handle potential flooding events. These works include: • Undertaking of routine clearing of weeds and other debris from Debris Screens located on watercourses and flood alleviation schemes throughout the East Riding Council’s area. • Regular maintenance of Penstocks, Sluice Gate, Flap valves and Tidal Gates. • Provision of 6 hour response emergency call out for works including emergency screen clearing, removal of obstructions, urgent repairs, or to ‘Make Safe’ • Undertaking maintenance works / repairs on Flood Risk Asset structures, including headwalls, spillways, fencing, chambers, manhole covers etc Successful Tenderers may be required to carry out work/services at any location within the East Riding of Yorkshire.
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The East Riding of Yorkshire Council is hiring a contractor to maintain its flood‑risk assets – debris screens, penstocks, gates and related structures – across the county, including routine work and a 6‑hour emergency response.
Requirements
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Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Clear weeds and debris from ~175 debris screens on watercourses and flood‑alleviation schemes.
- Carry out regular inspection and maintenance of 87 penstocks, sluice gates, flap valves and tidal gates.
- Provide a 6‑hour emergency call‑out for screen clearing, obstruction removal, urgent repairs or ‘make safe’ actions.
- Maintain and repair flood‑risk asset structures such as headwalls, spillways, fencing, chambers and manhole covers.
- Travel to and work at any location within the East Riding of Yorkshire as required.
How to Read This Tender
- 1Look for sections titled ‘Scope of Work’, ‘Service Levels’ and ‘Performance Requirements’ – they define exactly what the council expects day‑to‑day and in emergencies.
- 2Note the 6‑hour response clause; the tender will likely require evidence of 24/7 staffing or on‑call arrangements.
- 3Check for any mandatory certifications (e.g., water‑industry competence, health & safety accreditations) in the full documents even if not mentioned in the summary.
- 4Pay attention to geographic coverage – you must be able to mobilise crews across the whole East Riding, so consider travel time and vehicle availability.
- 5Beware of hidden costs such as insurance, waste disposal and specialist equipment hire; these are often detailed in the pricing schedule.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Partner with a local specialist (e.g., a river‑maintenance firm) to cover any technical gaps and strengthen your bid.
- Highlight any community or environmental benefits you can deliver – councils award social‑value points for local employment and sustainable practices.
- If the contract value is large, consider forming a consortium to share risk and meet the emergency‑response requirement.
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East Riding of Yorkshire CouncilKey Dates
Published
19 August 2026
Submission deadline
30 September 2026
Notice type
opportunity
Source
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