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Long Term Power Purchase Agreements

United Utilities Water Limited

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: United Utilities Water Limited

Buyer Address: Lingley Mere Business Park, Warrington, UKD61, WA5 3LP, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Elspeth Fury

Contact Email: Elspeth.Fury@uuplc.co.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
n/a
Published
06 Feb 2026, 18:00
Deadline
06 Mar 2026, 23:59
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
71314000 - Energy and related services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

United Utilities is committed to building a greener energy portfolio that reduces operational carbon emissions and supports our ambition to achieve net‑zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. As one of the largest water and wastewater service providers in the UK, we operate more than 100 water treatment works and 575 wastewater treatment works across the North West of England. These sites have significant energy demands and require robust power resilience to maintain essential services for our customers. Our operational footprint across the region presents substantial opportunities to integrate low‑carbon and renewable energy solutions. Many of our sites have available land or roof space suitable for on‑site generation. In addition, we are seeking opportunities for work with existing or upcoming renewable generation assets close to our operational sites to develop private‑wire Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Together, these opportunities support our drive to reduce operational emissions and contribute to a greener, stronger, and healthier North West. To advance this ambition, we are seeking long‑term Power Purchase Agreements through a procurement process structured into three parts: Part 1: Existing Generation: Low‑carbon or renewable generation assets that are currently available—or expected to become available—for private‑wire connection within the North West of England. Part 2: Site‑Based Development: Low‑carbon or renewable generation projects that can be developed on United Utilities‑owned land within the region. Part 3: Site‑Based Development (Roof‑Mounted): Solar PV installations that can be developed on suitable roof areas across United Utilities’ property portfolio in the North West. Suppliers may bid for all three parts or select any individual part that aligns with their expertise, capabilities, and experience.

Linked Documents

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011185-2026

Link Description: Dynamic market intention notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot Title: Long Term Power Purchase Agreements Part 1 - Existing or Upcoming Generation (Direct Wire)

Lot Description: Part 1 seeks opportunities from developers and suppliers focused on existing or proposed low‑carbon or renewable generation that can power United Utilities’ operational sites through a direct‑wire connection.

Lot LOT-0001 Status: active

Lot LOT-0001 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Long Term Power Purchase Agreements Part 2 - UU Site‑Based Development

Lot Description: Part 2 provides suppliers with the opportunity to bid for low‑carbon and renewable development opportunities on operational land already owned by United Utilities.

Lot LOT-0002 Status: active

Lot LOT-0002 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Long Term Power Purchase Agreements Part 3 - Site‑Based Development (Roof‑Mounted)

Lot Description: Part 3 provides opportunities for roof‑based development on existing operational buildings located on land owned by United Utilities. The resulting generation will supply power for the operation of the designated site.

Lot LOT-0003 Status: active

Lot LOT-0003 SME Suitable: Yes

Documents

Document Description: Not published

Document Description: Dynamic market intention notice on Find a Tender

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