Direct Delivery Partners for Low Complexity MEICA Projects

Northumbrian Water Limited (NWL) is seeking Direct Delivery Partner contractors to support the delivery of short-cycle, lower-complexity MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation) projects across water and wastewater infrastructure. This framework opportunity is designed for responsive, flexible partners who can deliver maintenance, renewal, refurbishment and replacement work on assets including water treatment works, wastewater treatment works, reservoirs, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure. Projects typically range from £10,000 upwards, with most being low-value, low-complexity schemes. Work can be delivered independently or in partnership with NWL's in-house teams, including planned and responsive maintenance, refurbishment projects, out-of-hours support, and bundled schemes. The scope covers mechanical plant and equipment (Lots 1a and 2a), electrical plant and equipment (Lots 1b and 2b), full system design and installation services (Lots 1c and 2c), instrumentation and control systems (ICA), site investigations and surveys, and associated civil works. Successful bidders must demonstrate compliance with Health and Safety requirements (including CDM competency assessment), process safety standards, NWL engineering specifications, CESW standards, MEICA asset standards, and electrical contractor competency requirements. NWL values innovation in working methods and technology, sustainability, and carbon footprint reduction. High-performing framework partners may be considered for larger-value contracts.