Contract notice - utilities

Information

Published

Date of dispatch of this notice: 21/05/2018

Expire date: 21/06/2018

External Reference: 2018-528154

TED Reference: 2018/S 097-222271

Contract notice - utilities

Contract notice – utilities

Services

Directive 2014/25/EU

Section I: Contracting entity

I.1)

Name and addresses

United Utilities Water Limited
02366678
Lingley Mere Business Park
Warrington
WA5 3LP
UK
Contact person: Jaime Sheldon
Telephone: +44 1925678021
NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Internet address(es):
I.3)

Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at:  
https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=24246&B=UNITEDUTILITIES
Additional information can be obtained from
the abovementioned address:  
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted
to the abovementioned address
I.6)

Main activity

Water

Section II: Object

II.1)

Scope of the procurement

II.1.1)

Title

PRO004097-Framework-Services-Network Maintenance Services
Reference number:  PRO004097
II.1.2)

Main CPV code

45231300  -  Construction work for water and sewage pipelines
II.1.3)

Type of contract

Services
II.1.4)

Short description

United Utilities is seeking suppliers for the provision of Network Maintenance Services for Water and Wastewater Network. Services will be split over 3 streams and 9 lots.
Stream One- Water Core. This stream has two lots, North and South
Resolution, repair or renewal of linear assets and ancillary fittings on the Water Network.
Stream Two- Wastewater Core. This stream has two lots- North and South
Resolution, repair or renewal of linear assets and ancillary fittings on the Wastewater Network.
Stream Three- Non- Core. This stream has five lots and each lot covers the both the Water and Wastewater Networks.
• Lot 5 - Water Small Projects
• Lot 6 - Wastewater Small Projects
• Lot 7 - Proactive Inspection and Investigation
• Lot 8 - Specialist Water Services
• Lot 9 - Specialist Wastewater Services
II.1.5)

Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: 824000000.00  GBP
II.1.6)

Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: yes
Tenders may be submitted for  all lots
Maximum number of lots that may be awarded to one tenderer:  7
The contracting authority reserves the right to award contracts combining the following lots or groups of lots:  
A bidder that wins either or both of Lots 1 and 2 may not win either Lot 3 or Lot 4.
They may win any combination of the remaining Lots 5 to 9.
A bidder that wins either or both of Lots 3 and 4 may not win either Lot 1 or Lot 2. They may win any combination of the remaining Lots 5 to 9.
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Water Core - North
Lot No:  1
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
North Water Network Region (defined in scope book)
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Works associated with the maintenance of water
network assets including but not limited to;
Resolution, repair or renewal of linear assets and
ancillary fittings on the Water Network including:
• Water distribution mains
• Valves
• Hydrants
• Communication pipes
• Underground supply pipes (private)
• Chambers
• Frames and covers
• Stop taps
• Air valves
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 120000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 4
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per the tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Water Core - South
Lot No:  2
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
South Water Network Region (defined in scope book)
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Works associated with the maintenance of water
network assets including but not limited to;
Resolution, repair or renewal of linear assets and
ancillary fittings on the Water Network including:
• Water distribution mains
• Valves
• Hydrants
• Communication pipes
• Underground supply pipes (private)
• Chambers
• Frames and covers
• Stop taps
• Air valves
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 120000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 4
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per the tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Wastewater Core - North
Lot No:  3
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
North Wastewater Network Region (defined in scope book)
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Works associated with the maintenance of wastewater network assets including but not limited to;
(i) Resolution team drivers and supervision of drivers
(ii) Provision of resolution vehicles and associated activities
(iii) Provision of recycler units and associated activities
(iv) Provision of CCTV/Camera units and associated activities
(v) Patch sewer lining
(vi) Full length sewer lining
(vii) Wet well cleaning
(viii) Tanker support
(ix) Proactive investigations
(x) Contaminated surface water investigations
(xi) Connectivity investigations
(xii) Service of septic tanks
(xiii) Overpumping and other maintenance of flow provision
(xiv) Civil activities associated with the wastewater network
(xv) Frames and covers
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 135000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 4
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Wastewater Core - South
Lot No:  4
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
South Wastewater Network Region (defined in scope book)
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Works associated with the maintenance of wastewater network assets including but not limited to;
(i) Resolution team drivers and supervision of drivers
(ii) Provision of resolution vehicles and associated activities
(iii) Provision of recycler units and associated activities
(iv) Provision of CCTV/Camera units and associated activities
(v) Patch sewer lining
(vi) Full length sewer lining
(vii) Wet well cleaning
(viii) Tanker support
(ix) Proactive investigations
(x) Contaminated surface water investigations
(xi) Connectivity investigations
(xii) Service of septic tanks
(xiii) Overpumping and other maintenance of flow provision
(xiv) Civil activities associated with the wastewater network
(xv) Frames and covers
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 140000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 4
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Non Core - Water Small Projects
Lot No:  5
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
Whole Network Region
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

(a) Works associated with the maintenance of water supply assets including but not limited to;
(i) Poor condition mains replacement, Minor Mains Improvements and strategic mains (resilience)
(ii) Mains Diversions
(iii) Fire Hydrant and Air Valve Maintenance and Replacement
(iv) Pressure Monitoring Valve and Air Valve maintenance and replacement
(v) Distribution Meters
(vi) Service Reservoir Bypass Mains
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 80000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 8
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Non Core - Wastewater Small Projects
Lot No:  6
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
Whole Network Region
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Works associated with the maintenance of wastewater network assets including but not limited to;
(i) Sewer Diversions
(ii) Asset replacement and rehabilitation
(iii) Sewer lining (Full length)
(iv) Mitigation
(v) Package pumping stations
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 90000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 8
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Non Core - Proactive Inspection, Investigation and Minor Maintenance
Lot No:  7
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
Whole Network Region
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Services associated with the maintenance of water and wastewater network assets including but not limited to;
(i) Ancillary inspection (clean water & waste water)
(ii) Cyclic CCTV and cleaning
(iii) Critical sewer surveying
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 24000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 3
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Non Core - Water Specialist Services
Lot No:  8
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
Whole Network Area
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Specialist works associated with the maintenance of water supply assets including but not limited to;
(i) Aqueduct Repairs
(ii) Pipe Bridge Repairs and Replacement
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 35000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 3
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Non Core - Wastewater Specialist Services
Lot No:  9
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45232000  -  Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
45232100  -  Ancillary works for water pipelines
45232151  -  Water-main refurbishment construction work
45240000  -  Construction work for water projects
90470000  -  Sewer cleaning services
90491000  -  Sewer survey services
92222000  -  Closed circuit television services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKD -  NORTH WEST (ENGLAND)
Main site or place of performance:  
Whole Network Region
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Specialist works associated with the maintenance of wastewater network assets including but not limited to;
(i) Large diameter sewer repair / Segmental shafts
(ii) Pipe bridge / Syphons
(iii) Rising Mains/ Pressure Main
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6)

Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 80000000.00  GBP
II.2.7)

Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months: 120
This contract is subject to renewal: no
II.2.9)

Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited

Envisaged number of candidates: 3
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As per tender documentation
II.2.10)

Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: no
II.2.11)

Information about options

Options: yes
Description of options:
The framework will be awarded for an initial 6 year term, with a facility to extend the agreement in 1yr increments up to a maximum of 4 years.
II.2.13)

Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no

Section III: Legal, economic, financial and technical information

III.1)

Conditions for participation

III.1.1)

Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers

List and brief description of conditions:  Please refer to procurement documents
III.1.2)

Economic and financial standing

List and brief description of selection criteria:  
Please refer to procurement documents
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required:  
Please refer to procurement documents
III.1.3)

Technical and professional ability

List and brief description of selection criteria:  
Please refer to procurement documents
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required:  
Please refer to procurement documents
III.2)

Conditions related to the contract

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1)

Description

IV.1.1)

Type of procedure

Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
IV.1.3)

Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system

Framework agreement with several operators
Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement:  4
In the case of framework agreements, provide justification for any duration exceeding 8 years:  This term is commensurate to the value and strategic importance of the services to be provided to United Utilities, including the time and cost implications of transitioning a new supplier as well as aligning to the applicable regulatory periods.
IV.1.8)

Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement : no
IV.2)

Administrative information

IV.2.2)

Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate

Date:  21/06/2018
Local time:  10:00
IV.2.3)

Estimated date of dispatch of invitations to tender or to participate to selected candidates

Date: 19/07/2018
IV.2.4)

Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted

English

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.1)

Information about recurrence

This is a recurrent procurement:  no
VI.2)

Information about electronic workflows

Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
VI.4)

Procedures for review

VI.4.1)

Review body

High Court of England & Wales
City of Westminster
London
UK