Lots
Divided into 8 lots
Systems Integration (SI)
Lot number: 1 Description
Lot 1 under Thames Water's FA2208 framework refers to the process of connecting various control and automation subsystems - such as motor control centres (MCCs), switchgear, remote telemetry units (RTUs), and operational technology (OT) software - into a unified, functioning whole. This integration ensures that disparate components work seamlessly together, enabling efficient data acquisition, monitoring, control, alarming, and logging across regional SCADA systems.
This is a single lot to provide all Systems Integration (SI) services across Thames Water's operational estate. Provision of the design, implementation, and management of Systems Integration activities across Thames Water's control and automation environment. This includes Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Site Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, and Remote Telemetry Units (RTUs). The scope encompasses hardware and software design, installation, configuration, modification, commissioning, testing and handover of these systems.
Lot 1 ensures the seamless integration of PLCs, MCCs, switchgear, RTUs, SCADA and OT software into a unified, functional whole, enabling efficient data acquisition, monitoring, control, alarming, and logging across regional SCADA systems to support the reliable and secure operation of Thames Water's assets and processes.
Lot 1 under the FA2208 framework covers Systems Integration and refers to the process of connecting various control and automation subsystems - such as motor control centres (MCCs), switchgear, remote telemetry units (RTUs), and operational technology (OT) software - into a unified, functioning whole. This integration ensures that disparate components work seamlessly together, enabling efficient data acquisition, monitoring, control, alarming, and logging across regional SCADA systems.
We will award multiple suppliers for this lot with a target of 15-25 suppliers who will be responsible for the required works with no guaranteed volume. Work packages will generally be awarded under the terms of the agreement via direct award by Thames Water or mini-competitions directly by Thames Water with works under £429000 being directly awarded to a preferred supplier without competition. Packages of work may involve being allocated to a nominated Thames Water contractor.
CPV classifications
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 72227000 - Software integration consultancy services
- 72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software
Delivery regions
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
Lot value (estimated)
144000000 GBP Excluding VAT
173000000 GBP Including VAT
Contract start date (estimated)
01 May 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
01 May 2030, 23:59PM
Extension end date (estimated)
01 May 2034, 23:59PM
Can the contract be extended?
Yes
Description of extensions
Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 4 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years
Award criteria
Type: cost
Name
Commercial
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Type: quality
Name
Technical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Low Voltage Assemblies (LVAs)
Lot number: 2a Description
Lot 2a under Thames Water's FA2208 framework covers the procurement, design, and delivery of Low Voltage Assemblies (LVAs), which include motor control centres (MCCs), switchgear, and distribution switchboards for the TW estate.
The following list of activities are expected as part of the normal delivery of work under lot 2a. This list is not exhaustive but should constitute the minimum activities that are required as part of winning and delivering work.
• New Systems: Design, manufacture, test, supply, installation and commissioning of Low Voltage assemblies
• Modification of Existing Systems: Modification of existing LVAs
• Surveying: Surveying, condition reporting and Modification Suitability Assessment
• Standardisation: Development of standard circuit design drawings and software applicable to LVAs
Lot 2a under the FA2208 framework covers the procurement, design, and delivery of Low Voltage Assemblies (LVAs), which include motor control centres (MCCs), switchgear, and distribution switchboards for the TW estate.
Thames Water will award between 5-10 suppliers who will be responsible for delivering the works with no guaranteed volume. Work packages will generally be awarded under the terms of the agreement via direct award by Thames Water or mini-competitions directly by Thames Water with works under £429000 being directly awarded to a preferred supplier without competition. Packages of work may involve being allocated to a nominated Thames Water contractor.
CPV classifications
- 31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus
- 31682210 - Instrumentation and control equipment
- 45317000 - Other electrical installation work
Delivery regions
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
Lot value (estimated)
82000000 GBP Excluding VAT
99000000 GBP Including VAT
Contract start date (estimated)
01 May 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
01 May 2030, 23:59PM
Extension end date (estimated)
01 May 2034, 23:59PM
Can the contract be extended?
Yes
Description of extensions
Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 4 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years
Award criteria
Type: cost
Name
Commercial
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Type: quality
Name
Technical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Small Sewage Pumping Stations (SPSS) LVAs
Lot number: 2b Description
Lot 2b under FA2208 covers the design, manufacture, testing, installation and commissioning of two to three pump Sewage Pumping Station LVAs.
The following list of activities are expected as part of the normal delivery of work under lot 2b. This list is not exhaustive but should constitute the minimum activities that are required as part of winning and delivering work.
• SSPS Design & Manufacturing: Design, manufacture, test, installation and commissioning of two to three pump Sewage Pumping Station LVAs
• Standardisation: Development of standard circuit design drawings and software applicable to LVAs
Lot 2b under the FA2208 framework covers the design, manufacture, testing, installation and commissioning of two to three pump Sewage Pumping Station LVAs.
Thames Water will award between 5-10 suppliers who will be responsible works with no guaranteed volume. Work packages will generally be awarded under the terms of the agreement via direct award by Thames Water or mini-competitions directly by Thames Water with works under £429,000 being directly awarded to a preferred supplier without competition. Packages of work may involve being allocated to a nominated Thames Water contractor
CPV classifications
- 31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus
- 42122200 - Reciprocating positive-displacement pumps for liquids
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
Delivery regions
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
Lot value (estimated)
56000000 GBP Excluding VAT
67000000 GBP Including VAT
Contract start date (estimated)
01 May 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
01 May 2030, 23:59PM
Extension end date (estimated)
01 May 2034, 23:59PM
Can the contract be extended?
Yes
Description of extensions
Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 4 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years
Award criteria
Type: cost
Name
Commerical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Type: quality
Name
Technical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
New or Modification EICA Installations
Lot number: 3a Description
Lot 3a under the FA2208 framework covers Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA) services, specifically focused on the management and delivery of cabling installations and modifications associated PLC replacements, instrumentation replacement and Installations, outstations and auxiliary equipment across Thames Water's infrastructure. This includes the full project lifecycle from design and risk assessment to installation, commissioning, and handover documentation.
The following list of activities are expected as part of the normal delivery of work under this Lot. This list is not exhaustive but should constitute the minimum activities that are required as part of winning and delivering work.
• New or Modification EICA Installations: all cabling for the installation and modification of a PLC replacements, instrumentation Installations, outstations and auxiliary equipment.
Lot 3a under the FA2208 framework covers Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA) services, specifically focused on the management and delivery of cabling installations and modifications associated PLC replacements, instrumentation replacement and Installations, outstations and auxiliary equipment across Thames Water's infrastructure. This includes the full project lifecycle from design and risk assessment to installation, commissioning, and handover documentation.
Thames Water will award between 5-10 suppliers who will be responsible for delivering works with no guaranteed volume. Work packages will generally be awarded under the terms of the agreement via direct award by Thames Water or mini-competitions directly by Thames Water with works under £250,000 being directly awarded to a preferred supplier without competition. Packages of work may involve being allocated to a nominated Thames Water contractor.
CPV classifications
- 31682540 - Substation equipment
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
Delivery regions
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
Lot value (estimated)
27000000 GBP Excluding VAT
33000000 GBP Including VAT
Contract start date (estimated)
01 May 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
01 May 2030, 23:59PM
Extension end date (estimated)
01 May 2034, 23:59PM
Can the contract be extended?
Yes
Description of extensions
Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 4 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years
Award criteria
Type: cost
Name
Commercial
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Type: quality
Name
Technical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Small Sewage Pumping Stations (SSPS) Installations
Lot number: 3b Description
Lot 3b under the FA2208 framework covers Small Sewage Pumping Stations (SSPS) Installation of new or replacement SSPS including LVA (manufactured by a Lot 2b supplier), control system, kiosk, RTU, instrumentation and complete electrical and Instrumentation. This includes the full project lifecycle from design and risk assessment to installation, commissioning, and handover documentation.
The following list of activities are expected as part of the normal delivery of work under this Lot. This list is not exhaustive but should constitute the minimum activities that are required as part of winning and delivering work.
• Small Sewage Pumping Station Installations:
o New cabling installations
o Modification of existing cabling
o Change out of existing equipment
o Procure control panel from lot 2 b
o Procure Kiosk
o Procure Telemetry Outstation
o Complete install
Lot 3b under the FA2208 framework covers Small Sewage Pumping Stations (SPS) Installation of new or replacement SSPS including LVA (manufactured by a Lot 2b supplier), control system, kiosk, RTU, instrumentation and complete electrical and Instrumentation. This includes the full project lifecycle from design and risk assessment to installation, commissioning, and handover documentation
Thames Water will award between 5-10 suppliers who will be responsible for delivering works with no guaranteed volume. Work packages will generally be awarded under the terms of the agreement via direct award by Thames Water or mini-competitions directly by Thames Water with works under £250,000 being directly awarded to a preferred supplier without competition. Packages of work may involve being allocated to a nominated Thames Water contractor.
CPV classifications
- 42122220 - Sewage pumps
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
Delivery regions
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
Lot value (estimated)
27000000 GBP Excluding VAT
33000000 GBP Including VAT
Contract start date (estimated)
01 May 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
01 May 2030, 23:59PM
Extension end date (estimated)
01 May 2034, 23:59PM
Can the contract be extended?
Yes
Description of extensions
Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 4 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years
Award criteria
Type: cost
Name
Commercial
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Type: quality
Name
Technical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Fibre Optic Cabling
Lot number: 3c Description
Lot 3c under the FA2208 framework covers fibre optic cabling installation of new fibre optic cabling and modification of existing cabling installations. Including testing.
The following list of activities are expected as part of the normal delivery of work under this Lot. This list is not exhaustive but should constitute the minimum activities that are required as part of winning and delivering work.
• Fibre Optic Cabling: Installation of new fibre optic cabling and modification of existing cabling installations. Including testing
Lot 3C under the FA2208 framework covers Fibre Optic Cabling including the installation of new fibre optic cabling and modification of existing cabling installations. Including testing.
Thames Water will award between 5-10 suppliers who will be responsible for delivering the works with no guaranteed volume. Work packages will generally be awarded under the terms of the agreement via direct award by Thames Water or mini-competitions directly by Thames Water with works under £250,000 being directly awarded to a preferred supplier without competition. Packages of work may involve being allocated to a nominated Thames Water contractor
CPV classifications
- 32420000 - Network equipment
- 32562000 - Optical-fibre cables
- 45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure
- 45314320 - Installation of computer cabling
Delivery regions
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
Lot value (estimated)
27000000 GBP Excluding VAT
33000000 GBP Including VAT
Contract start date (estimated)
01 May 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
01 May 2030, 23:59PM
Extension end date (estimated)
01 May 2034, 23:59PM
Can the contract be extended?
Yes
Description of extensions
Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 4 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years
Award criteria
Type: cost
Name
Commercial
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Type: quality
Name
Technical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
OT Software, Security and Integration Support
Lot number: 4 Description
Lot 4 under the FA2208 framework focuses on the configuration, deployment, and modification of operational technology (OT) software solutions, as well as the specialist skills required to support them.
This Lot covers the specialist software engineering, integration, analytics, and cyber security capabilities required to support Thames Water's Operational Technology (OT) environment. It includes the design, development, configuration, and lifecycle support of OT applications, data pipelines, and secure infrastructure across Thames Water's SCADA, historian, edge, and network systems. Suppliers in this Lot will provide both technical depth and flexible capacity to develop, enhance, and maintain software and security capabilities that underpin operational resilience and data-driven performance.
The following list of activities are expected as part of the normal delivery of work under this Lot. This list is not exhaustive but should constitute the minimum activities that are required as part of winning and delivering work.
• Time Series, Alarm and Event Data: Historian and data analytics development capabilities
• Data time stamped at source SCADA: Regional SCADA development capabilities
• Data time stamped at destination SCADA: Site SCADA development capabilities
• Data logger and store forwarding: Development, configuration, and functional testing of RTU and edge data collection applications and firmware
• Data into SCADA integration: Protocol translation application development such as MQTT, OPC, DNP3, Mobus, CIP
• Security Control tuning: Suppliers must demonstrate practical capability in continuous improvement of OT cyber posture, including threat detection fine tuning, patch management coordination, and incident response collaboration with Thames Water's OT Security Operations Centre
• Network configuration: Design, build, and optimisation of Layer 2 and Layer 3 network configurations aligned with approved OT architecture templates. Includes creation of configuration baselines, validation testing, and documentation for handover and future support
• Edge security: Firewall deployment, activations of edge security
• General programming: Coding using standard IEC 61131 languages, C, C#, ASP.NET, SQL and PowerShell scripts
• Backups: Active and passive backup solutions
Lot 4 under the FA2208 framework covers OT Software, Security and Integration Support: Lot 4 under the FA2208 framework focuses on the configuration, deployment, and modification of operational technology (OT) software solutions, as well as the specialist skills required to support them.
Thames Water will award between 5-10 suppliers who will be responsible for delivering the works with no guaranteed volume. Work packages will generally be awarded under the terms of the agreement via direct award by Thames Water or mini-competitions directly by Thames Water with works under £250,000 being directly awarded to a preferred supplier without competition. Packages of work may involve being allocated to a nominated Thames Water contractor.
CPV classifications
- 72227000 - Software integration consultancy services
- 72254100 - Systems testing services
- 72260000 - Software-related services
Delivery regions
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
Lot value (estimated)
39000000 GBP Excluding VAT
47000000 GBP Including VAT
Contract start date (estimated)
01 May 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
01 May 2030, 23:59PM
Extension end date (estimated)
01 May 2034, 23:59PM
Can the contract be extended?
Yes
Description of extensions
Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 4 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years
Award criteria
Type: cost
Name
Commercial
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Type: quality
Name
Technical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Regional Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
Lot number: 5 Description
Regional SCADA: Lot 5 under the FA2208 framework covers the design and delivery management of Regional Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) configuration across Thames Water's operational estate. This includes GeoSCADA, integration of Remote Telemetry Units (RTUs), and all types of Logger devices and the full suite of SCADA functionalities - data acquisition, monitoring, control, alarming, logging and corporate historian updates.
This is a single lot to provide all Regional SCADA configuration needs across Thames Water operational estate, and is assigned based on capability, capacity and quality.
The Lot covers provision of the design and delivery management of Regional Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) configuration across Thames Water's operational estate. This includes GeoSCADA, integration of Remote Telemetry Units (RTUs), and all types of Logger devices and the full suite of SCADA functionalities - data acquisition, monitoring, control, alarming, logging and corporate historian updates.
Lot 5 under the FA2208 framework covers the design and delivery management of Regional Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) configuration across Thames Water's operational estate. This includes GeoSCADA, integration of Remote Telemetry Units (RTUs), and all types of Logger devices and the full suite of SCADA functionalities - data acquisition, monitoring, control, alarming, logging and corporate historian updates
Thames Water will award between 5-10 suppliers who will be responsible for delivering the works with no guaranteed volume. Work packages will generally be awarded under the terms of the agreement via direct award by Thames Water or mini-competitions directly by Thames Water with works under £250,000 being directly awarded to a preferred supplier without competition.
CPV classifications
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72227000 - Software integration consultancy services
- 72250000 - System and support services
Delivery regions
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
Lot value (estimated)
33000000 GBP Excluding VAT
40000000 GBP Including VAT
Contract start date (estimated)
01 May 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
01 May 2030, 23:59PM
Extension end date (estimated)
01 May 2034, 23:59PM
Can the contract be extended?
Yes
Description of extensions
Thames Water envisages that the contract will be awarded for an initial term of 4 years with options to extend by 1 year or longer, up to a maximum overall term of 8 years
Award criteria
Type: cost
Name
Commercial
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact
Type: quality
Name
Technical
Weighting: 50
Weighting type: percentageExact