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Purchase of Tankers

Awarded to CROSSLAND TANKERS LIMITED, NORTH WEST TRUCK SERVICES LIMITED, WILCOX COMMERCIAL VEHICLES LIMITED

UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED(buyer)

Published
Published 6 June 2025
Deadline
Closed 31 July 2025
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Overview

United Utilities Water Limited awarded a framework agreement for the supply of approximately 11 HGV trailers and associated support services including delivery, pre-delivery inspection, parts availability, training, and technical assistance to support fleet replacement and operational delivery across water and wastewater services. The framework, valued at £35.5 million, was awarded on 17 May 2026 to Crossland Tankers Limited, North West Truck Services Limited, and Wilcox Commercial Vehicles Limited for an initial 5-year term with an optional 3-year extension.

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Lots (3)

  • Lot 1 - HGV Chassis including Rigid and Articulated Units

    United Utilities Water Limited (UU) invites suitably qualified suppliers for the provision of HGVs under a multi-lot framework agreement. This procurement supports UU’s AMP8 investment programme and strategic goal of achieving net zero by 2030. The scope includes supply, delivery, pre-delivery inspection, registration, warranty support, training, optional maintenance packages, and parts provision. Suppliers must demonstrate Euro VI compliance, robust aftersales support across the North West, and alignment with UU’s sustainability and operational resilience goals. The agreement will run for 5 years with options to extend up to 8 years. Lot 1 will be awarded to a sole supplier. Applicants must meet stringent eligibility criteria including financial standing, ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001), and demonstrate capability across all required service areas. Full details and participation requirements are outlined in the Conditions of Participation Questionnaire (CoPQ).

    £20,000,000Won by NORTH WEST TRUCK SERVICES LIMITED

  • Lot 2 - Tankers - Potable and Wastewater Tankers (1)

    £15,451,274Won by CROSSLAND TANKERS LIMITED

  • Lot 3 - Trailers including Tippers, Bulk Bodies, and Crane Wagons

    £4,137,450Won by WILCOX COMMERCIAL VEHICLES LIMITED

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Goods
Estimated value
£35,500,000
Procedure
Selective
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
6 June 2025
Questions by
30 June 2025
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Specialist vehiclesTankersHeavy-duty motor vehiclesWater-tender vehiclesVehicles for refuse and sewageSewage tankersUtility vehiclesVehicle bodies, trailers or semi-trailers+6 more

Award outcome

Awarded value
£39,588,724
Award date
2 August 2026
Contract period
21 October 2025 → 31 October 2030
Winners
  • CROSSLAND TANKERS LIMITED
  • NORTH WEST TRUCK SERVICES LIMITED
  • WILCOX COMMERCIAL VEHICLES LIMITED

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Notice history

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  1. Contract

    3 August 2026

  2. Contract

    3 August 2026

  3. Contract

    18 May 2026

  4. Contract

    17 April 2026

  5. Contract

    25 March 2026

  6. Tender Update

    10 June 2025

  7. Contract Notice

    6 June 2025

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