MRO and Tools Framework

Description

This notice seeks expressions of interest for establishing a Framework Agreement to cover Yorkshire Water's (YWS) requirements for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) and Tools.
This consolidated framework aims to provide operational and commercial efficiency in procuring critical spares, tools, and consumables, ensuring consistent quality and streamlined supplier management across YWS operations.
The initial term of the framework will be three years, with the option to extend for up to four additional years in two occasions (3 + 2 + 2).
The total estimated value of the contract (excluding VAT) is £28m, £4m annually.
Any estimated values or volumes provided are indicative only. Yorkshire Water reserves the right to adjust its requirements during the framework's duration.
YWS reserves the right to cancel or amend this procurement process at its discretion without liability.
Securing a place on the framework does not guarantee work.
Lot Structure
Yorkshire Water anticipates dividing this framework into at least two primary lots:
Lot 1: MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations)
-	Includes mechanical parts, electrical parts, valves, drainage equipment and consumables.
-	This lot has a total estimated value (excluding VAT) of £25.9m, £3.7m annually.
Lot 2: Tools
-	Includes basic hand tools, power tools, network tools and testing equipment.
-	This lot has a total estimated value (excluding VAT) of £2.1m, £300k annually.
This proposed lot structure is indicative and may be refined during the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage based on market feedback and Yorkshire Water's operational requirements. 
Final lot arrangements will be confirmed in the tender documentation issued to qualified suppliers after the Selection Questionnaire (SQ) stage.