Scope
Description
The project will evaluate and recommend drone-based solutions (aquatic, aerial, or hybrid) that improve the safety, speed, and effectiveness of reactive water quality sampling, and assess how such technologies could enhance pollution detection, tracking, and attribution-supporting capabilities for wastewater-related pollution incidents in rivers and lakes. The solution must integrate with and complement United Utilities' existing monitoring infrastructure and data systems and address key operational challenges.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 1 September 2027
- 1 year, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90733100 - Surface water pollution monitoring or control services
- 90733700 - Groundwater pollution monitoring or control services
Contract locations
- UKD - North West (England)
Engagement
Engagement deadline
10 March 2026
Engagement process description
Please email Harry.east@uuplc.co.uk to register your interest and a copy of the question set will be shared.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Contracting authority
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
- Companies House: 02366678
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVVB-5589-BWHX
Haweswater House, Lingley Green Avenue
Great Sankey
WA5 3LP
United Kingdom
Contact name: Harry East
Email: Harry.east@uuplc.co.uk
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Private utility