Water / Waste Water & Ancillary Services
Introduction
The Water / Waste Water & Ancillary Services framework, managed by the North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC), is a strategic procurement tool designed to provide member institutions with access to a range of services and products related to water and waste water management. This framework is part of the broader category of construction agreements offered by the NWUPC, and it is scheduled to remain active until the 31st of October, 2024. It is structured as a traditional framework agreement rather than a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), meaning it does not allow for new suppliers to join once established. The primary purpose of this framework is to streamline and simplify the procurement process for universities and related public sector bodies in managing their water and waste water needs.
Context & Use Case
The framework addresses the critical need for effective water and waste water management within the public sector, particularly focusing on the unique requirements of educational institutions. Universities, with their complex infrastructure and environmental considerations, require reliable and compliant solutions to ensure efficient water supply and waste water treatment. Contracting authorities utilise this framework to access pre-vetted suppliers who can deliver on these essential services, ensuring high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. The framework facilitates ease of access to necessary services, which is pivotal for institutions striving to meet regulatory requirements and sustainability goals.
Scope of Services
The Water / Waste Water & Ancillary Services framework encompasses a diverse range of services and products. Typical provisions under this framework include: 1. Water supply management, ensuring the efficient and sustainable delivery of water to university facilities. 2. Waste water treatment solutions, ensuring the safe and compliant processing of waste water. 3. Ancillary support services, which may include consultancy, maintenance, and emergency response services. 4. Supply of products related to water management, such as meters, pumps, and filtration systems. 5. Environmental management services, focusing on water conservation and sustainability initiatives.
Who Can Apply
The framework is open to suppliers who have been pre-selected and approved by the NWUPC based on their capability to deliver the specified services. As it is not a DPS, the application process is closed to new entrants until the framework's renewal or re-tendering. Suitable suppliers typically include those with expertise in water management, waste water systems, and related ancillary services, particularly those with a proven track record in serving the public sector and educational institutions.
Buyer Benefits
Public sector buyers, including universities, benefit from this framework through access to a pool of pre-approved suppliers, ensuring a competitive and compliant procurement process. The framework supports speed to market by reducing the need for lengthy tendering processes, allowing institutions to quickly address their water and waste water management needs. Additionally, the framework ensures compliance with procurement regulations, providing peace of mind to contracting authorities and ensuring that all services procured meet established quality and regulatory standards.
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Next Steps
Suppliers interested in participating in future opportunities should carefully review the framework requirements and prepare for potential re-tendering processes closer to the framework's expiration date in 2024. For more immediate inquiries or detailed information, suppliers and buyers are encouraged to contact the NWUPC directly.
How Biddable Can Help
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