Section one: Contracting entity
one.1) Name and addresses
Scottish Water
The Bridge, 6 Buchanan Gate, Stepps
Glasgow
G33 6FB
Contact
Lewis Campbell
lewis.campbell@scottishwater.co.uk
Telephone
+44 1383662412
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKM - Scotland
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.scottishwater.co.uk/
Buyer's address
https://www.scottishwater.co.uk/
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
one.6) Main activity
Water
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
The Supply of Civil Materials
Reference number
SW25/CM/1486
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 44114100 - Ready-mixed concrete
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
Scottish Water (SW) wishes to enter into a framework agreement for the supply of various types of Civil Materials.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £35,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Aggregates
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 14212200 - Aggregates
- 14210000 - Gravel, sand, crushed stone and aggregates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Scottish Water is preparing to launch a renewed Civil Materials Framework to support its capital and
operational programmes across Scotland. This framework will ensure national coverage and deliver
best market rates for the supply of civil materials.
Initial Term: 4 years (2026–2030)
Extension Options: Up to 4 additional 12-month extensions (potential end date: 2034)
Estimated Annual Spend: £4.375 million
Total Estimated Contract Value: £35 million
The framework will be streamlined from the previous 5-lot model to a revised 4-lot configuration:
Lot 1: Concrete & Mini Mix
Lot 2: Asphalt
Lot 3: Aggregates
Lot 4: Bagged Materials
Each lot will include the most frequently used materials, with provisions for miscellaneous items to be
captured via monthly turnover reporting.
Carbon reporting will be a mandatory requirement under this framework. Suppliers will be expected to:
Provide detailed carbon data to support Scottish Water’s sustainability and net-zero objectives.
Actively engage with Scottish Water to bring low carbon material options to market.
Align with Scottish Water’s commitment to the Advanced Market Commitment (AMC), supporting the adoption of low carbon concrete across Scotland.
Suppliers will be invited to tender under the following sourcing model:
Regional Source – Supply divided into North (incl. islands), East, South, and West (incl.
islands) regions, with multiple suppliers potentially appointed per region.
A coded grid map of Scotland will be issued with the tender to allow suppliers to price for areas where
they have plants or quarries. Market leaders may choose to bid across multiple sourcing options.
This framework is designed to provide a robust, flexible, and cost-effective supply chain for civil
materials, enabling Scottish Water to deliver planned and reactive works efficiently across its
operational footprint.
Where possible, 365-day material access will be expected, with suppliers offering priority access to
Scottish Water during periods of reduced operational capacity (e.g. festive periods or quarry
shutdowns).
New Contract Objectives – Drive LCC, Carbon reporting, holiday access, priority opportunities,
bagged materials, increased material list to support capital and reinstatement projects.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £8,750,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
96
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
4 years + 4 x 1 year extension options, subject to the sole discretion of Scottish Water.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2.14) Additional information
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Asphalt
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 44113620 - Asphalt
- 44113600 - Bitumen and asphalt
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Scottish Water is preparing to launch a renewed Civil Materials Framework to support its capital and
operational programmes across Scotland. This framework will ensure national coverage and deliver
best market rates for the supply of civil materials.
Initial Term: 4 years (2026–2030)
Extension Options: Up to 4 additional 12-month extensions (potential end date: 2034)
Estimated Annual Spend: £4.375 million
Total Estimated Contract Value: £35 million
The framework will be streamlined from the previous 5-lot model to a revised 4-lot configuration:
Lot 1: Concrete & Mini Mix
Lot 2: Asphalt
Lot 3: Aggregates
Lot 4: Bagged Materials
Each lot will include the most frequently used materials, with provisions for miscellaneous items to be
captured via monthly turnover reporting.
Carbon reporting will be a mandatory requirement under this framework. Suppliers will be expected to:
Provide detailed carbon data to support Scottish Water’s sustainability and net-zero objectives.
Actively engage with Scottish Water to bring low carbon material options to market.
Align with Scottish Water’s commitment to the Advanced Market Commitment (AMC), supporting the adoption of low carbon concrete across Scotland.
Suppliers will be invited to tender under the following sourcing model:
Regional Source – Supply divided into North (incl. islands), East, South, and West (incl.
islands) regions, with multiple suppliers potentially appointed per region.
A coded grid map of Scotland will be issued with the tender to allow suppliers to price for areas where
they have plants or quarries. Market leaders may choose to bid across multiple sourcing options.
This framework is designed to provide a robust, flexible, and cost-effective supply chain for civil
materials, enabling Scottish Water to deliver planned and reactive works efficiently across its
operational footprint.
Where possible, 365-day material access will be expected, with suppliers offering priority access to
Scottish Water during periods of reduced operational capacity (e.g. festive periods or quarry
shutdowns).
New Contract Objectives – Drive LCC, Carbon reporting, holiday access, priority opportunities,
bagged materials, increased material list to support capital and reinstatement projects.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £10,500,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
96
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
4 years + 4 x 1 year extension options, subject to the sole discretion of Scottish Water.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2.14) Additional information
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Bagged Materials
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 44113600 - Bitumen and asphalt
- 44113610 - Bitumen
- 14212430 - Stone chippings
- 44111800 - Mortar (construction)
- 14212320 - Crushed granite
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Scottish Water is preparing to launch a renewed Civil Materials Framework to support its capital and
operational programmes across Scotland. This framework will ensure national coverage and deliver
best market rates for the supply of civil materials.
Initial Term: 4 years (2026–2030)
Extension Options: Up to 4 additional 12-month extensions (potential end date: 2034)
Estimated Annual Spend: £4.375 million
Total Estimated Contract Value: £35 million
The framework will be streamlined from the previous 5-lot model to a revised 4-lot configuration:
Lot 1: Concrete & Mini Mix
Lot 2: Asphalt
Lot 3: Aggregates
Lot 4: Bagged Materials
Each lot will include the most frequently used materials, with provisions for miscellaneous items to be
captured via monthly turnover reporting.
Carbon reporting will be a mandatory requirement under this framework. Suppliers will be expected to:
Provide detailed carbon data to support Scottish Water’s sustainability and net-zero objectives.
Actively engage with Scottish Water to bring low carbon material options to market.
Align with Scottish Water’s commitment to the Advanced Market Commitment (AMC), supporting the adoption of low carbon concrete across Scotland.
Suppliers will be invited to tender under the following sourcing model:
Regional Source – Supply divided into North (incl. islands), East, South, and West (incl.
islands) regions, with multiple suppliers potentially appointed per region.
A coded grid map of Scotland will be issued with the tender to allow suppliers to price for areas where
they have plants or quarries. Market leaders may choose to bid across multiple sourcing options.
This framework is designed to provide a robust, flexible, and cost-effective supply chain for civil
materials, enabling Scottish Water to deliver planned and reactive works efficiently across its
operational footprint.
Where possible, 365-day material access will be expected, with suppliers offering priority access to
Scottish Water during periods of reduced operational capacity (e.g. festive periods or quarry
shutdowns).
New Contract Objectives – Drive LCC, Carbon reporting, holiday access, priority opportunities,
bagged materials, increased material list to support capital and reinstatement projects.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £1,750,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
96
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
4 years + 4 x 1 year extension options, subject to the sole discretion of Scottish Water
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2.14) Additional information
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Concrete and Mini Mix
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 44114100 - Ready-mixed concrete
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Scottish Water is preparing to launch a renewed Civil Materials Framework to support its capital and
operational programmes across Scotland. This framework will ensure national coverage and deliver
best market rates for the supply of civil materials.
Initial Term: 4 years (2026–2030)
Extension Options: Up to 4 additional 12-month extensions (potential end date: 2034)
Estimated Annual Spend: £4.375 million
Total Estimated Contract Value: £35 million
The framework will be streamlined from the previous 5-lot model to a revised 4-lot configuration:
Lot 1: Concrete & Mini Mix
Lot 2: Asphalt
Lot 3: Aggregates
Lot 4: Bagged Materials
Each lot will include the most frequently used materials, with provisions for miscellaneous items to be
captured via monthly turnover reporting.
Carbon reporting will be a mandatory requirement under this framework. Suppliers will be expected to:
Provide detailed carbon data to support Scottish Water’s sustainability and net-zero objectives.
Actively engage with Scottish Water to bring low carbon material options to market.
Align with Scottish Water’s commitment to the Advanced Market Commitment (AMC), supporting the adoption of low carbon concrete across Scotland.
Suppliers will be invited to tender under the following sourcing model:
Regional Source – Supply divided into North (incl. islands), East, South, and West (incl.
islands) regions, with multiple suppliers potentially appointed per region.
A coded grid map of Scotland will be issued with the tender to allow suppliers to price for areas where
they have plants or quarries. Market leaders may choose to bid across multiple sourcing options.
This framework is designed to provide a robust, flexible, and cost-effective supply chain for civil
materials, enabling Scottish Water to deliver planned and reactive works efficiently across its
operational footprint.
Where possible, 365-day material access will be expected, with suppliers offering priority access to
Scottish Water during periods of reduced operational capacity (e.g. festive periods or quarry
shutdowns).
New Contract Objectives – Drive LCC, Carbon reporting, holiday access, priority opportunities,
bagged materials, increased material list to support capital and reinstatement projects.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £14,000,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
96
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
4 years + 4 x 1 year extension options, subject to the sole discretion of Scottish Water.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2.14) Additional information
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.1.4) Objective rules and criteria for participation
List and brief description of rules and criteria
See procurement documents for further information.
three.2) Conditions related to the contract
three.2.2) Contract performance conditions
See procurement documents for further information.
three.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
four.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement
Framework agreement with several operators
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
2 January 2026
Local time
12:00pm
four.2.3) Estimated date of dispatch of invitations to tender or to participate to selected candidates
25 November 2025
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.3) Additional information
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Glasgow Sheriff Court
1 Carlton Place
Glasgow
G5 9DA
Country
United Kingdom
six.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
Scottish Water
The Bridge, 6 Buchanan Gate, Stepps
Glasgow
G33 6FB
Country
United Kingdom