Scope
Reference
PRO004871
Description
United Utilities Water Limited (UU) invites suitably qualified suppliers for the provision of HGVs, specialist utility vehicles, and associated trailers under a multi-lot framework agreement. This procurement supports UU's AMP8 investment programme and strategic goal of achieving net zero by 2030. The scope includes supply, delivery, pre-delivery inspection, registration, warranty support, training, optional maintenance packages, and parts provision. Suppliers must demonstrate Euro VI compliance, robust aftersales support across the North West, and alignment with UU's sustainability and operational resilience goals. The agreement will run for 5 years with options to extend up to 8 years. Lot 1 will be awarded to a sole supplier. Lots 2 and 3 will be awarded on a dual-supplier basis (70/30 split). Applicants must meet stringent eligibility criteria including financial standing, ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001), and demonstrate capability across all required service areas. Full details and participation requirements are outlined in the Conditions of Participation Questionnaire (CoPQ).
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £35,500,000 excluding VAT
- £42,600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 21 October 2025 to 31 October 2030
- Possible extension to 31 October 2033
- 8 years, 11 days
Description of possible extension:
Optional 1 +1 +1 year extensions
Main procurement category
Goods
Additional procurement category
Services
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1 - HGV Chassis including Rigid and Articulated Units
Description
United Utilities Water Limited (UU) invites suitably qualified suppliers for the provision of HGVs under a multi-lot framework agreement. This procurement supports UU's AMP8 investment programme and strategic goal of achieving net zero by 2030. The scope includes supply, delivery, pre-delivery inspection, registration, warranty support, training, optional maintenance packages, and parts provision. Suppliers must demonstrate Euro VI compliance, robust aftersales support across the North West, and alignment with UU's sustainability and operational resilience goals. The agreement will run for 5 years with options to extend up to 8 years. Lot 1 will be awarded to a sole supplier. Applicants must meet stringent eligibility criteria including financial standing, ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001), and demonstrate capability across all required service areas. Full details and participation requirements are outlined in the Conditions of Participation Questionnaire (CoPQ).
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 34114000 - Specialist vehicles
- 34140000 - Heavy-duty motor vehicles
Same for all lots
Contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2 - Tankers - Potable and Wastewater Tankers (1)
Description
United Utilities Water Limited (UU) invites suitably qualified suppliers for the provision of specialist utility vehicles under a multi-lot framework agreement. This procurement supports UU's AMP8 investment programme and strategic goal of achieving net zero by 2030. The scope includes supply, delivery, pre-delivery inspection, registration, warranty support, training, optional maintenance packages, and parts provision. Suppliers must demonstrate Euro VI compliance, robust aftersales support across the North West, and alignment with UU's sustainability and operational resilience goals. The agreement will run for 5 years with options to extend up to 8 years. Lot 2 will be awarded on a dual-supplier basis (70/30 split). Applicants must meet stringent eligibility criteria including financial standing, ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001), and demonstrate capability across all required service areas. Full details and participation requirements are outlined in the Conditions of Participation Questionnaire (CoPQ).
Lot value (estimated)
- £12,000,000 excluding VAT
- £14,400,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 34144700 - Utility vehicles
- 34133100 - Tankers
- 34144212 - Water-tender vehicles
- 34144500 - Vehicles for refuse and sewage
- 34144520 - Sewage tankers
Same for all lots
Contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3 - Trailers including Tippers, Bulk Bodies, and Crane Wagons
Description
United Utilities Water Limited (UU) invites suitably qualified suppliers for the provision of trailers under a multi-lot framework agreement. This procurement supports UU's AMP8 investment programme and strategic goal of achieving net zero by 2030. The scope includes supply, delivery, pre-delivery inspection, registration, warranty support, training, optional maintenance packages, and parts provision. Suppliers must demonstrate Euro VI compliance, robust aftersales support across the North West, and alignment with UU's sustainability and operational resilience goals. The agreement will run for 5 years with options to extend up to 8 years. Lot 3 will be awarded on a dual-supplier basis (70/30 split). Applicants must meet stringent eligibility criteria including financial standing, ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001), and demonstrate capability across all required service areas. Full details and participation requirements are outlined in the Conditions of Participation Questionnaire (CoPQ).
Lot value (estimated)
- £3,500,000 excluding VAT
- £4,200,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 34223300 - Trailers
- 34200000 - Vehicle bodies, trailers or semi-trailers
- 34223000 - Trailers and semi-trailers
- 34223310 - General-purpose trailers
- 34223340 - Tanker trailers
- 34223370 - Tipper trailers
- 34224000 - Parts of trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles
Same for all lots
Contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
5
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Call-off Contracts
Award method when using the framework
With competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1 - HGV Chassis including Rigid and Articulated Units
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2 - Tankers - Potable and Wastewater Tankers (1)
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3 - Trailers including Tippers, Bulk Bodies, and Crane Wagons
As per procurement documents
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1 - HGV Chassis including Rigid and Articulated Units
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2 - Tankers - Potable and Wastewater Tankers (1)
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3 - Trailers including Tippers, Bulk Bodies, and Crane Wagons
As per procurement documents
Particular suitability
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1 - HGV Chassis including Rigid and Articulated Units
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2 - Tankers - Potable and Wastewater Tankers (1)
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3 - Trailers including Tippers, Bulk Bodies, and Crane Wagons
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 July 2025, 12:00am
Submission type
Tenders
Tender submission deadline
31 July 2025, 11:59pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
21 October 2025
Award criteria
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1 - HGV Chassis including Rigid and Articulated Units
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 ITN assessment | As per procurement documents |
Cost |
Weighting description
As per procurement documents
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2 - Tankers - Potable and Wastewater Tankers (1)
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 2 ITN assessment | As per procurement documents |
Cost |
Weighting description
As per procurement documents
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3 - Trailers including Tippers, Bulk Bodies, and Crane Wagons
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 3 ITN assessment | As per procurement documents |
Cost |
Weighting description
As per procurement documents
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Competitive flexible procedure description
This procurement will be conducted using the Competitive Flexible Procedure as defined under Section 20(2)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. This procedure allows for a bespoke, multi-stage process tailored to the nature of the requirement and market conditions. The following stages will be undertaken: Conditions of Participation Questionnaire (CoPQ ) Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) Negotiation/Dialogue Stage Best and Final Offer (BAFO) Contract Award
Contracting authority
United Utilities Water Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVVB-5589-BWHX
Lingley Mere Business Park
Warrington
WA5 3LP
United Kingdom
Contact name: Simon Corbett
Telephone: +44 7884986801
Email: Simon.Corbett@uuplc.co.uk
Website: https://www.unitedutilities.com
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Private utility