Goods Biodiversity Net Gain DPS
Framework Description
United Utilities Water Limited runs a dynamic market for the supply of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units, the dynamic purchasing equivalent under the Procurement Act 2023. It lets United Utilities buy certified ecological enhancement units from approved providers to meet Environment Act and planning obligations. The single-lot market is open to new suppliers until 23 December 2034.
Context & Use Case
United Utilities' capital programme and operational projects carry biodiversity net gain obligations under the Environment Act and planning rules, and buying certified BNG units is one way to meet them. The dynamic market lets it compete those purchases among admitted providers whenever a project needs units. Each competition is likely to relate to a specific project and its unit requirements.
Scope of Services
Supply of Biodiversity Net Gain units Certified ecological enhancement units Units to meet Environment Act and planning obligations Support for capital programme and operational projects
Lots
Single lot
Who Can Apply
Suits landowners, habitat bank operators and BNG unit providers with registered, certified units. Because it is a live dynamic market, providers can apply to join now and compete for unit purchases until December 2034.
Buyer Benefits
United Utilities can secure BNG units quickly when a project needs them, without running a full procurement each time. Competition among approved providers keeps unit prices fair, and certification gives confidence that units will satisfy planning authorities. Buyers also value providers who can supply units close to the affected site.
Next Steps
Search Find a Tender for the United Utilities Biodiversity Net Gain dynamic market and request admission. Prepare evidence of your registered BNG units, habitat type and condition, location, and legal security arrangements. Once admitted, watch for competitions tied to United Utilities projects.
How Athena Can Help
Athena can prepare your application to the United Utilities BNG market. Our dynamic market admission support handles the selection questions and documents, with a compliance check before submission.
For each competition, our bid and pricing support sets out the quality, habitat type and location of your units and models unit pricing to win. Our utility sector bid advice helps you choose which purchases to pursue, so your effort goes into the projects where your units are the strongest fit.
