Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
31 July 2026
Published
8 June 2026
Type
goods
Overview
United Utilities Water Limited may then contact you for further discussion. Sourcing Manager contact: daniel.vass@uuplc.co.uk
United Utilities Water Limited intends to put in place a framework agreement for the supply of water industry fittings. This is a request for market intelligence to help the company build the requirement.
The scope of supply will include the following. This is subject to change and will be in-line with the market offering and will be developed along with the specification.
Details
- Adapters
- Couplings Flanges Repair Clamps Reducers Bushes
- Collars
- Hydrant Clamps
- Ferrules and Saddles
- Straps Pipe Fittings
Lots (6)
- Lot 1Operational fittings for Water and Wastewater Applications;
- Lot 2Repair and Access Fittings
- Lot 3Under Pressure Tees
- Lot 4PE and Plastic Fittings
- Lot 5Boundary Boxes
- Lot 6Bespoke and Fabricated Fittings
Contact & helpdesk
If you'd like to express interest in this upcoming procurement, please send us a message (within the EU supply messaging mailbox) with your contact details and a brief overview of your offering.
Additional details
If this proposed framework is of interest and it is within your scope of supply, then please contact us for further discussion. You may be asked to help the company develop the requirements scope and specification of this proposed framework.
UP Tees Boundary Boxes
Specials, fabrications and one-offs Other lots and product categories may be included, and off of these proposed lots may be subject to alteration and change.
AI Analysis
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This is a procurement notice for water industry fittings, but the description provided is too brief to determine the exact scope. You need to access the full tender documents to understand what specific fittings are needed, in what quantities, for which water company, and what the contract value and duration are.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
- Likely requirements will include: relevant certifications for water industry products (such as Water Regulations Approval Scheme or equivalent), quality standards compliance, and potentially health and safety documentation. These must be confirmed in the full specification.
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Unable to specify without full tender documents — this notice does not detail which fittings are needed (pipes, valves, connectors, meters, etc.), quantities, delivery schedules, or installation vs. supply-only arrangements.
How to Read This Tender
- 1This notice is a summary only. Download the full Tender Documents (usually a PDF specification or Requirements Schedule) — that's where the real detail lives, including technical specifications, quantities, and delivery locations.
- 2Look for a 'Schedule of Requirements' or 'Bill of Quantities' section listing each fitting type, size, material, and quantity needed.
- 3Check the Evaluation Criteria section to understand how bids will be scored — water industry contracts often weight on price, delivery timescale, and compliance certifications heavily.
- 4Flag the Contract Start Date and Delivery Milestones early — water industry projects often have strict timelines.
- 5Search the documents for 'Water Regulations' or 'Drinking Water Directive' compliance — nearly all UK water fittings must meet these standards.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're not a certified water industry supplier yet, investigate subcontracting with an established supplier who holds the necessary approvals — many SMEs win water contracts this way without holding all certifications themselves.
- Water companies often have pre-approved supplier lists (called 'Framework Agreements'). Check if this tender is open or restricted — if restricted, you may need to apply to join their approved supplier register first.
- Social Value scoring can be a differentiator on water contracts. Highlight any local employment, apprenticeships, or environmental benefits (e.g. sustainable sourcing) in your bid.
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United Utilities Water LimitedKey Dates
Published
8 June 2026
Submission deadline
31 July 2026
Notice type
opportunity
Source
eu supply
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