Scope
Reference
PRO004864
Description
To ensure compliance with the Environment Act and planning regulations, United Utilities needs to procure Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units. These units represent certified ecological enhancements that offset habitat loss caused by development activities. Securing these units is essential for meeting statutory obligations, avoiding project delays, and maintaining our organisation's reputation for environmental responsibility. The scope includes sourcing government registered BNG units from approved providers to deliver measurable biodiversity improvements in line with legal and sustainability commitments. This purchase supports our strategic objectives by enabling project delivery without risk of non-compliance for Biodiversity Net Gain.
Dynamic market dates (estimated)
24 February 2026 to 23 December 2034
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 70332100 - Land management services
- 03100000 - Agricultural and horticultural products
- 45112320 - Land-reclamation work
- 45112360 - Land rehabilitation work
- 70122000 - Land sale or purchase services
- 70122100 - Land sale services
- 70122200 - Land purchase services
- 90722300 - Land reclamation services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Part LOT-0001. Lot 1 - BNG Units - Habitat
Description
To ensure compliance with the Environment Act and planning regulations, United Utilities needs to procure Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units. These units represent certified ecological enhancements that offset habitat loss caused by development activities. Securing these units is essential for meeting statutory obligations, avoiding project delays, and maintaining our organisation's reputation for environmental responsibility. The scope includes sourcing government registered BNG units from approved providers to deliver measurable biodiversity improvements in line with legal and sustainability commitments. This purchase supports our strategic objectives by enabling project delivery without risk of non-compliance for Biodiversity Net Gain.
Same for all parts
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all parts.
Part LOT-0002. Lot 2 - BNG Units - Hedgerows
Description
Definition: Linear habitats composed of shrubs and trees, often forming field boundaries. BNG Metric • Hedgerows are assessed separately from area-based habitats. • Factors include length, condition, and connectivity. • Higher scores for species-rich hedgerows and those linking priority habitats.
Same for all parts
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all parts.
Part LOT-0003. Lot 3 - BNG Units - Watercourses
Description
Definition: Natural or artificial channels where water flows, including rivers, streams, ditches, canals, and culverts. BNG Metric: • Uses the Watercourse Metric (part of the statutory biodiversity metric). • Assesses condition, connectivity, and species diversity • Applies if development is within 10 meters of a watercourse
Same for all parts
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all parts.
Using the dynamic market
Contracting authorities that may use the dynamic market
Establishing party only
Utilities
Tender notice provision when using this dynamic market
Only to members of the market
Information about fees charged to suppliers
N/A
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions for membership
Part LOT-0001. Lot 1 - BNG Units - Habitat
Part LOT-0002. Lot 2 - BNG Units - Hedgerows
Part LOT-0003. Lot 3 - BNG Units - Watercourses
As per procurement documentation
Verification methods:
As per procurement documentation
Technical ability conditions for membership
Part LOT-0001. Lot 1 - BNG Units - Habitat
Part LOT-0002. Lot 2 - BNG Units - Hedgerows
Part LOT-0003. Lot 3 - BNG Units - Watercourses
As per procurement documentation
Verification methods:
As per procurement documentation
Particular suitability
Part LOT-0001. Lot 1 - BNG Units - Habitat
Part LOT-0002. Lot 2 - BNG Units - Hedgerows
Part LOT-0003. Lot 3 - BNG Units - Watercourses
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Submission address and any special instructions
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Contracting authority
United Utilities Water Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVVB-5589-BWHX
Lingley Mere Business Park
Warrington
WA5 3LP
United Kingdom
Contact name: Adam Almond
Telephone: +44 765823200
Email: Adam.Almond@uuplc.co.uk
Website: https://www.unitedutilities.com
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Private utility