Building A Resilient Future: A Major Projects Guide For The Supply Chain
Ofwat’s ‘A Major Projects Guide for the Supply Chain’ is a resource designed to support suppliers, contractors, and delivery partners involved in the UK’s water infrastructure sector. This guide outlines the expectations and opportunities associated with delivering major water projects —defined as those with a whole-life cost exceeding £200 million or qualifying for competitive delivery models such as Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC) or the Specified Infrastructure Provider Regulations (SIPR).
The guide emphasizes early and collaborative engagement between water companies and the supply chain to enhance project design, reduce risks, and foster innovation. It provides insights into procurement strategies, regulatory processes, and the critical role of the supply chain in achieving long-term resilience and sustainability goals for water infrastructure in England and Wales. By aligning with Ofwat’s framework, supply chain partners can better prepare for participation in a £50 billion pipeline of 30 major projects planned over the next 10–25 years.