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Open tender · Notice 102732-2026

Pump Optimisation and Aeration Efficiency Analysis

Thames Water Utilities Limited

Value
Value not stated
Closes
9 Nov 2026 (1 days)
Where
London, South East
Lots
1
Suitable for SMEs
Yes, says the buyer
Contract
10 May 2027 – 9 May 2030

Framework: winning a place puts you on an approved list for future work. It's the entry ticket, not guaranteed work.

In plain English

Thames Water wants a single supplier to monitor, test and analyse pumping and aeration systems at its sites across London, the South East and the Thames Valley, to cut running costs and improve efficiency. It is a sole-supplier framework (an approved-supplier arrangement) running from 10 May 2027 to 9 May 2030, covering about 200 tests across 60 sites; a place on it is the entry ticket to work, not a guarantee of any.

Good fit for: Engineering consultancies or technical specialists in pump and aeration efficiency testing and analysis for water or similar plant.

The catch (with the notice's own words):
  • Must cover Thames Valley, London and Home Counties Must be able to cover the Thames Valley, London and Home Counties geographical area
  • Needs proven record of measurable savings Must have a proven track record in delivering measurable savings and innovation within the scope of this framework.

Written with AI from the official notice. Check the notice before relying on it.

What the buyer says

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 expec…

Read the official notice Tender documents

Getting the documents

forms.cloud.microsoft/e/TwfNidNtPD (linked from the notice).

Procedure: Competitive flexible procedure (Flexible: the buyer sets the stages, often a shortlist first, then bids). Published 29 Oct 2026.

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