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Pump Optimisation and Aeration Efficiency Analysis

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Thames Water Utilities Limited is establishing a single-lot, sole-supplier framework agreement under solicitation FA2253 for pump optimisation and aeration efficiency services. The contract focuses on the monitoring, testing, and analysis of pumping and aeration systems across approximately 60 operational sites, encompassing roughly 200 tests during the AMP period. The primary objective is to reduce whole-life costs and improve operational performance through a structured delivery model that includes site identification, efficiency studies, and performance monitoring. The agreement will feature fixed pricing structures based on an agreed rate card and will be managed through key performance indicators to ensure strategic partnership and continuous improvement. The contract is scheduled for an initial three-year term starting May 10, 2027, with potential extensions up to a maximum of eight years, ending May 9, 2035. Eligible suppliers must demonstrate a proven track record of delivering measurable savings and innovation and must have the capacity to operate within London, the Thames Valley, and the Home Counties. Award selection is based on a 50% technical and 50% commercial weighting. The procurement process is a multi-stage procedure requiring a Pre-Selection Questionnaire via SAP Ariba by October 19, 2026, followed by an Invitation to Negotiate stage. Successful providers must also meet stringent insurance requirements, including 15 million pounds for public and products liability and 10 million pounds for professional indemnity.

General Info

Thames Water sole-supplier framework for pump and aeration efficiency services from 2027-2035.

Agency

Thames Water Utilities Limited

NAICS

541330 - Engineering Services

Place of Performance

GBR

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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High

rfp

High

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

Timeline

1 update

PhaseSolicitation

PostedSep 18

Solicitation

Notice updatedOct 29

The notice description changed.

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyThames Water Utilities Limited

Contacts1 person available

OfficeN/A

Organization / AgencyThames Water Utilities Limited

Office AddressN/A

Contacts

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Full Description

IMPORTANT: Please read this section before deciding whether you wish to register for this event. This section provides you with information regarding the scope of this procurement and details some of the key requirements that a successful applicant MUST be able to deliver. Thames Water intends to establish a single-lot, sole-supplier framework agreement for the provision of pump optimisation and aeration efficiency services across Thames Water operational assets. The scope of the framework includes monitoring, testing, and analysis of pumping and aeration systems and associated equipment. The objective is to identify and deliver opportunities to reduce whole-life costs, improve efficiency, and optimise performance across operational sites. The contract will include: - Fixed pricing structures with agreed review mechanisms. - Key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance monitoring requirements to ensure delivery against expected outcomes. - Requirements to support collaborative working and a transition from transactional delivery to strategic partnership. Suppliers will be expected to support a culture of continuous improvement and contribute to ongoing enhancement of processes and delivery approaches throughout the contract lifecycle. Delivery Model The anticipated delivery model will follow a structured approach comprising: - Initial site identification and data collection. - Project mobilisation and stakeholder engagement. - Efficiency and control studies to identify optimisation opportunities. - Approval to proceed to testing and monitoring. - Site-based testing and performance monitoring activities. - Review of outcomes, including business case validation. - Handover for delivery through relevant engineering or capital delivery mechanisms. The contract is expected to support a programme of approximately 200 tests across 60 operational sites during the AMP period. Further detail on the scope, service requirements, and call-off mechanisms will be provided within the procurement and contract documents. The following conditions would be considered as some of key requirements for a supplier to meet to be considered for this opportunity: • Must be able to cover the Thames Valley, London and Home Counties geographical area • Must have a proven track record in delivering measurable savings and innovation within the scope of this framework. Thames Water reserves the right to refine the award criteria. Please note that that deadline for asking for access to the PSQ & submitting of the PSQ is 19 October 2026, at 12:00pm.