Yorkshire Water has awarded AMP8 contract for the procurement of a new fleet of emergency drinking water assets with a total value of approx £2.16 million including VAT.
The procurement was aligned to Security and Emergency Measures Direction (SEMD) and DEFRA Alternative Water Supply (AWS) requirements. The scope included 7 rigid HGV chassis for potable tanker builds, 7 potable tanker bodies (19,000 L), 3 truck-mounted forklifts (TMFs), 1 tractor unit, and 3 curtainsider trailers, along with ongoing repair and maintenance
Ahead of going out to formal tender the water company conducted early market engagement which aimed to assess build lead times, pricing, delivery models, innovation opportunities, and potential for bundling vehicle components.
The contract was tendered in the following Lots:
Lot 1. Rigid HGV chassis and potable tanker bodies (19,000 L)
Scope covered up to 7 rigid HGV chassis (26t, 6x2 or 8x4 as appropriate), Euro VI compliant, DVS-ready, and telematics-ready.Up to 7 potable tanker bodies (19,000 L each) made from baffled stainless steel (316L), with sampling points, food-grade hoses, meters, signage, and backflow prevention.Integration services to mount and fully equip the tanker bodies onto the chassis.Associated repair and maintenance services for the duration of the contract.Suppliers required to deliver fully operational rigid tankers, compliant with potable water standards and SEMD regulations, within the agreed delivery timeline (12-24 months lead time anticipated).
Lot 2. Tractor Unit and Curtainsider Trailers
Scope covered the supply of:1 tractor unit (articulated), Euro VI compliant, minimum 44t GCW, telematics-ready, with required safety equipment (DVS/London fitment).Up to 3 curtainsider trailers (13.6m, XL-rated or equivalent) with pillarless design, load-securing to EN 12642-XL, internal lighting, and Moffett mounting kits. Associated repair and maintenance services for the vehicles and trailers. Suppliers required to deliver all vehicles road-ready, compliant with safety and operational standards, and capable of integration with truck-mounted forklifts.
Lot 3. Truck-Mounted Forklifts
Scope covered the supply of up to 3 truck-mounted forklifts (TMFs), approx. 2.5t capacity, with one-minute mount/dismount capability, 4-way steer (optional), LOLER compliant, and fitted with road lighting kits.Associated repair and maintenance services for the forklifts.
Crossland Tankers Ltd has been awarded a contract for Lot 1 and Lawrence Vehicles Ltd has been awarded a contract for Lot 2. A decision not to award Lot 3 was taken in January 2026.
Contract start and end dates are 29 June 2026 to 31 March 2030.